Learning Support Mentor in Uppingham

Location: Uppingham

Salary: £19.92 per hour

Recruiter: Uppingham School

Date Advertised: 2024-06-11

Learning Support MentorContract: One year fixed-term contractHours: Part timeSalary: £19.

92 per hour, plus benefitsUppingham School is looking for a Learning Support Mentor to provide support to individual pupils with SEND, with a specific focus on literacy intervention, exam technique, effective use of access arrangements in public exams and pupils’ organisation of their workloads.

You will create a a personalised mentoring programme to support the academic progress of students, providing guidance and advice on methods of effective study and revision.

You will also plan and deliver 1:1 / small group interventions for a case load of pupils, recording outcomes and providing support plan recommendations to teachers and pastoral house staff.

We are looking for a patient, confident and calm individual, who can empathise with the needs of students with SEND.

You will also need previous experience of working with young people with SEND, as well as excellent communication, interpersonal and IT skills.

Working hours will vary according to the number of pupils who need support and their individual schedules.

Core hours for the role will be 12 hours per week, but it is anticipated that additional hours will be available on a flexible basis.

This role is fixed-term for one year, however there is potential for the role to be extended or made permanent.

When you join us, you become part of a community that appreciates and supports its team members, you will enjoy a range of benefits that reflects our appreciation:50% Contribution towards premiums for the School’s private health schemeDiscount on School feesDiscount at a local nursery in Uppingham25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham or Maidwell Hall staffWestfield healthcareWestfield Rewards which gives discounts at various retailers, gyms, cinemas, and restaurantsContributory pension schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeIn house Occupational Health ServiceMembership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a £25 annual joining fee)Free staff lunches during term-timeFree annual Flu vaccinationsComplimentary staff ticket for select School performancesCycle to Work schemeRecognised as a “Disability Confident” employerRecognised as a “Mindful” employerRecognised as “Investors in Diversity”To find out more and to download an application form, please click the apply button.

Closing date: 17 June 2024 at 9.

00am.

Interview date: 24 June 2024.

Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.

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