Sports and Learning Mentor

Prospere Learning Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospere Learning Trust is seeking a Sports and Learning Mentor for Chorlton High School. This full-time position focuses on supporting students with special educational needs through engaging activities. The role involves collaboration with teachers and delivering tailored interventions to enhance student learning.

Benefits

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan

Generous Pension Contribution

Good holiday entitlement

Cyclescheme

Employee Assistance Programmes

Flexible working options

Mental Health First Aid in every school

Blue Light Card discounts

bYond cashback card

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of national/foundation stage curriculum.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver interventions to support students with SEND.
• Participate in pupil assessments.
• Assist with behaviour management strategies.

Skills

Experience with 11-16 phase

Behaviour management strategies

Mentoring support

Job description

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We currently have an exciting opportunity for Sports and Learning Mentor to join our fantastic team at Chorlton High School.

This is a Grade 4, permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £22,005 and the full time equivalent is £

We’re Looking For

We are looking for applicants with experience working in 11-16 phase and supporting pupils with additional needs to provide pastoral and behaviour guidance and support. You will need to have good working knowledge and understanding of national/foundation stage curriculum and other basic learning programmes and barriers to learning, including behaviour management strategies. experience of providing mentoring support to young people and

Main Purpose Of The Job

As a Sports and Learning mentor you will deliver interventions to groups and individuals across the school, working closely with teachers to address the needs of identified children with SEND, both inside and outside the classroom. This will include working through sports and outdoor activities to provide support in addressing the needs of pupils who require particular help to overcome barriers to learning

Key Responsibilities Include

• Deliver targeted support, including physical and outdoor activities, to support student engagement.
• Participate in the comprehensive assessment of pupils to determine those in need of particular help.
• Assist teachers with the development and implementation of individual Education/Behaviour/Support/Mentoring plans.
• Under the direction of the teacher prepare the classroom or outside learning space for lessons as appropriate.
• Assist in the development and implementation of appropriate behaviour management strategies.
• Implement agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses/needs, including assessment.
• Be aware of and appreciate a range of activities, courses, organisations, agencies and individuals to provide support for pupils to broaden and enrich their learning.
  
  

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
• Good holidays teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases
  
  

Visit Our Website To Learn More About Our Trust

Chorlton High School

Chorlton High School (CHS) is a diverse and innovative secondary academy committed to providing outstanding education. We are a mixed, multi-cultural, and multi-faith community with strong links to local primary schools, sixth form providers, further education colleges, and businesses.

Our Students Thrive On An Exciting Learning Journey Underpinned By Academic Rigour And Creative Flair. Driven By Our Core Values, Our Dedicated Staff Ensure Creativity, Happiness, And Success Are Central To Every Student’s Experience. We Aim To Develop

• SUCCESSFUL learners with foundations for lifelong success.
• CREATIVE learners who are imaginative risk-takers.
• HAPPY learners whose confidence comes from within.
  
  

CHS is recognised locally and nationally for educational excellence. Our ambitious and cutting-edge practices provide exemplary learning opportunities.

Our Ofsted reports (2011, 2016, 2021) highlight many ‘Outstanding’ features and our focus on nurturing and inspiring students;

‘Pupils enjoy coming to school because it is a caring and supportive environment where they flourish.’

‘Leaders and teachers collaborate across the Prospere Learning Trust to bring about purposeful, evidence-based change.' Ofsted 2021

Visit Our Website To Learn More

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or [e-mail].

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