Learning Support Mentor – School in Parkstone, Poole
Are you passionate about supporting students with additional educational needs? Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Mentor to work in a secondary school in Parkstone, Poole. This rewarding role is perfect for someone who cares about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and emotionally.
This role would be to start ASAP and has potentional to go permanaent at the school.
Main Purpose:
- Provide academic and pastoral support to students identified with additional educational needs.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and support staff to ensure the continuity and progress of individual students.
- Offer general support to students in lessons and the Student Support Room.
- Act as an Emotionally Available Adult for students when required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work 1-2-1 or with small groups of students, supporting them in and outside the classroom as directed by the SENDCo.
- Establish positive relationships with students, maintaining high expectations for their progress and behaviour.
- Develop an understanding of students' specific needs, working closely with the SEND and Pastoral Teams, Teachers, and external agencies.
- Encourage positive reinforcement, praise, and rewards to motivate students.
- Facilitate inclusion in group activities and support interaction among peers.
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:
- Passion for, or experience of, working with children with special educational needs in a secondary school setting.
- An understanding of how children learn and behave, with a commitment to supporting their development.
- Serve as a positive role model in behaviour, control, and resilience.
- A genuine interest in student welfare, particularly for those facing learning challenges.
- Respect professional confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding protocols.
- Be proactive in attending relevant training and meetings to stay up to date with developments in special educational needs.
Why Work With Us?
- Competitive salary, based on experience and qualifications.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- A chance to make a real difference in the lives of students who need it most.
- Support from a dedicated team and a rewarding school environment.
How to Apply: If you have a passion for working with students with special educational needs and want to be a part of a supportive school community, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today through Teaching Personnel to take the next step in your career as a Learning Support Mentor in Parkstone, Poole.
Join us in helping students achieve their full potential!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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