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Learning Mentor

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level

Requirements

  • For This Behaviour Mentor Role You Must
  • Have experience working or volunteering with young people
  • Be confident working across all age groups
  • Be proactive and engaging as these students do require more attention and guidance
  • Be passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people needing that second chance
  • Coaching experience or previous work within a PRU setting- would be advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

  • To work as part of the whole staff team in managing and modifying the behaviour of children and young people and supporting them in their learning.
  • To pro-actively support the emotional and behavioural difficulties experienced by the client group through providing direct interventions for out of class behaviours and non-engagement in learning, developing personalised, time limited mentoring programmes to help young people remove the barriers to learning.
  • Modelling appropriate social skills and supporting students in making the right choices, taking a lead in resolving conflict and encouraging young people to develop thinking skills.
  • Working with colleagues to promote good learning habits in pupils whilst promoting the highest expectations of behaviour.
  • Supervising pupils and engaging positively with them in both structured and unstructured times.
  • Maintaining professional boundaries at all times and observing / upholding the values and ethos of the Trust whilst contributing to the overall vision of the organisation.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Learning Mentor in this role?

The primary responsibility is to assist pupils academically and encourage positive engagement within the classroom while managing and modifying their behaviour.

What qualifications or experience are required for the Learning Mentor position?

Candidates should have experience working or volunteering with young people and be confident working across all age groups. Coaching experience or previous work in a PRU setting is advantageous but not essential.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position is full-time during term time.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Croydon.

Are there opportunities for immediate employment?

Yes, candidates who are available immediately and have a DBS will be prioritized.

What kind of support will I provide to the pupils?

You will provide direct interventions for out-of-class behaviours, develop personalized mentoring programs, model appropriate social skills, supervise pupils, and help them engage positively with learning.

Do I need to maintain professional boundaries in this role?

Yes, it is essential to maintain professional boundaries at all times and uphold the values and ethos of the Trust.

What age groups will I be working with as a Learning Mentor?

You will be working with pupils across all age groups.

Is experience in special educational needs necessary for this role?

While experience in special educational needs is not strictly necessary, having a background in working with young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties is beneficial.

How can I apply for the Learning Mentor position?

You can apply for the position through Reeson Education, which is London's Premier Recruitment Agency.

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Human Resources
Industry
11-50
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Reeson Education is a specialist recruitment agency focused on the education sector in the UK. They connect schools with high-quality teaching and support staff, offering tailored recruitment solutions to meet the unique needs of each educational institution. Their ultimate mission is to ensure schools are staffed with the best professionals, enabling students to receive the highest standard of education. The purpose of Reeson Education is to support both schools and educators by facilitating effective and efficient recruitment processes.

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