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Learning Mentor
Scale 5 (Point 9 to 12)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week.
Term time only
We are seeking to appoint a pro-active, self-motivated and caring Learning Mentor to support pupils who experience difficulties in school; supporting those with social and emotional needs and special education needs to overcome barriers to learning. The successful candidate will form an integral part of our Pastoral team and build positive, constructive relationships with pupils within the school and their families. The post will also involve working with small groups of children, supporting their learning and running pastoral interventions, under the direction of the Pastoral Manager.
The successful candidate will need to have:
· Qualifications to at least NVQ level 3 or equivalent, with GCSE (or equivalent) in both English and Maths
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Be a good team player
· Be able to form a constructive rapport with pupils to enable them to engage successfully with learning
· Experience of working with pupils with a range of needs and barriers to learning
· Possess high levels of personal integrity and an ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. Please call Lesley Gilbert, Pastoral Manager, to arrange a visit.
To apply for this post, please fill in the application form via Essex Schools Jobs. CV are not accepted.
Trinity Road Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, medical check and satisfactory references.
We are a TPP (Trauma Perceptive Practice) school
Closing Date: Noon Friday 5th July 2024
Interview Date: Week commencing 7th July 2024