LEARNING ASPIRATION MENTOR
temporary contract up until December 2018 in the first instance
required for May or June 2018
37 hours per week – term time (excluding Inset Days)
NJC 18-21 (£14,827-£16,525 actual salary) 

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic person to provide outstanding support for the learning and progress of groups of students. The role is an exciting opportunity to help raise the aspirations of key students in order to support them realise their potential. 

The successful candidate will work closely with the year group leaders and the careers advisor to: 

• Work with targeted students in Years 10 and Year 11 to raise aspirations, provide academic mentoring
• Deliver small workshops aimed at boosting grades, either in the classroom to help keep students engaged and on task or within a separate study area – complementing in-class learning/curriculum
• Build confidence and strategies so that teaching, learning and assessment are effective;
• Support with extra intervention and revision sessions for individuals or small groups;
• Build individual coping strategies, raise self-esteem, confidence for students with low self esteem.   

Previous experience of supporting young people in a school setting is desirable although not essential.

Applicants would be expected to share the Trust’s high aspirations and expectations for pupils and staff. 

If you would like to discuss the role, or have any queries, please contact Mrs Pamela Raisin, HR Manager by email at praisin2@heanorgate.derbyshire.sch.uk  

Applications for this post must be submitted using our online application portal which is available at http://www.satrust.com/vacancies  

In line with safer recruitment policies references will be called for prior to interview. 

Closing date for applications is 12noon on Monday 23 April 2018. Interviews will take place on Friday 27 April 2018. 

The Spencer Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students and all posts are subject to enhanced DBS with children’s barred list checks and completion of Level 2 safeguarding training.