Learning Mentor Thomas Hardye School

The Thomas Hardye School Sixth Form is seeking to appoint an inspiring, motivational and compassionate Learning Mentor to support our Sixth Form team within a busy secondary school environment. The successful applicant will work directly with students who are demotivated or disengaged, as well as those struggling to fully participate in learning for a range of other reasons. You will support 16-19 year olds to overcome a range of barriers to learning, and motivate them to achieve their full potential.

The postholder will provide high-quality pastoral support to our students and their families, working closely with the Sixth Form leadership and year teams. The role includes networking with other pastoral support staff, teachers and external professionals such as educational psychologists and social workers.

The successful candidate will also be a key member of the safeguarding team, acting as one of several Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads in school. For training will be provided, and more senior staff with Safeguarding responsibility will provide support and guidance.

We Require Someone With

• experience supporting students in school in a pastoral or educational capacity.
• a good understanding of principles of development and learning processes and in particular, barriers to learning.
• developing knowledge of local authority services and national organisations which can provide support for students.
• a dedication to, and thorough understanding of the processes involved in safeguarding children and young people.
• A commitment to inclusion and diversity.
• a relevant qualification at minimum Level 3, or equivalent sector experience and the willingness to undertake training and gain qualification.

Full time/Term time 39 weeks plus inset days.

Grade 9. £28,199 with possible increments to £31,983 annual salary, pay award pending.