Learning & Behaviour Mentor - Hillbrook Primary School Job Introduction 32.5 per week (Hours 8.30 a.m.– 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday) Term time only- to include 5 Inset Days Permanent Post – start date – ASAP We are looking for a full time, enthusiastic, confident and caring person to join our Learning Mentor team to support with targeted children throughout our school.
You will need: To have the enthusiasm and experience to actively support and nurture children across the school.
(An interest in P.E/Sports would be an advantage but not essential).
Experience with supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) and SEMH needs, providing tailored provision and adapting resources to help them fully engage in their education.
To be passionate about Inclusion and support children academic, social, and emotional development, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
To have a proven track record of strong behaviour management.
To work alongside all staff to provide flexible, proactive support for vulnerable children and their families to promote achievement and wellbeing.
be able to show initiative, flexibility and inspire and motive others, 'thinking outside the box' when necessary To be an excellent communicator and team player To engage and support individual children in order to reduce exclusions, increase attendance and raise attainment by working to remove barriers to learning.
To work closely and collaboratively with all staff to share insights about the young person's needs and develop effective strategies and progress.
To address the needs of different children who require support and to raise learning participation and access to the curriculum To work with a range of external networks and partnerships to enhance learning opportunities and provide a positive learning experience for children as they move through our school To provide training, advice, support and guidance to parents as appropriate To be a great problem solver, active listener, showing empathy and patience In return, we can offer you the opportunity to: Be part of a forward thinking, vibrant and happy school Be an integral part of an existing, highly skilled and successful Learning Mentor team and work with a great staff team who support and value each other (we have fun!)
Work in a school community where parents are friendly, supportive and involved in school life Work in a well- resourced, organised and well cared for environment Be well supported by a leadership team with a genuine desire to promote and develop a healthy work life balance, who are visible and lead by example Work alongside an active and caring Governing Board Have training and support where appropriate to grow as a professional and work with outside agencies and schools Visits to the school are warmly welcomed An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.
For more information and to arrange a visit please contact Claire Martin via the school office 020 8672 3957 or email Completed application should be returned to the school either by email - , post or fax.
Closing & Shortlisting Date: 02 December 2024 (at noon) Interview Date – Week commencing 02 December 2024 - TBC We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
CVs are not accepted.
Hillbrook Primary School Hillbrook Road London SW17 8SG Tel: 020 8672 3957 Fax: 020 8767 1081 Email: Headteacher: Mrs Debbie Hart NOR: 700 £26,642.05 - £27,832.86 per annum (Scale 5 Point 12-15)