Learning Mentor
Salary £19177 - £24412 (actual salary) depends upon experience
Location: Manchester
Hours: Monday to Friday 8.45am - 3.45pm (term time only)
Start date: As soon as possible

Meridian Business Support are working on behalf of an educational establishment who provides full time education for pupils who are permanently excluded, at risk of permanent exclusion or are otherwise unable to access a mainstream curriculum
Their aim is to match provision closely to the needs of individual children and young people referred to them by schools, academies or the local authority. The school is looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic individual to undertake the role of Learning Mentor.

Role responsibilities

To assist the teacher to ensure a safe classroom and outdoor environment, checking materials and personal equipment for defects and implement risk assessments carried out by the teacher according to school guidelines. This will include cleaning equipment used by pupils and ensuring its accessibility.
Provide specialist advice and guidance as required.
To liaise with therapists, medical staff, and other personnel working with pupils as required, assisting with the coordinating and planning of programmes of work and to integrate specialist advice and practice into ILPs.
Liaise with schools and other relevant bodies to gather pupil information
Support pupils’ access to learning using appropriate strategies and resources
Work with the teacher in planning, evaluating and adjusting learning activities as appropriate
Monitor and evaluate pupil responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of achievement against predetermined learning objectives
Under the direction of the teacher, prepare classroom for lessons, including display and clear afterwards, as appropriate. The ideal candidate

Previous experience working with children with additional needs and SEMH
Is positive, flexible, patient and resilient
Is committed to helping every student to achieve their potential
Can build and maintain good relationships with teachers, students and parents
Has good GCSEs or equivalent in English and mathematics
Has strong ICT skills
A DBS on the update service or be willing to have a new one processed
Is willing and able to drive across the city to different locations.
Our client and Meridian Business Support are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the welfare of young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS on the update service, prior to starting.

Interested and feel you have the experience and passion to perform at your best in this role? Then attach your CV now to avoid disappointment