Paid weeks per year : 46.94 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Fixed term: Until 31st August 2025 (it is hoped to continue)
Balfour Primary School requires an enthusiastic, patient and dedicated Learning Mentor working Wednesday to Friday. The successful candidate will be expected to provide individualised and group support to vulnerable pupils across the school.
About the role
Candidates will be able to provide evidence of:
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Being attachment aware and having strong knowledge of trauma and its impact on pupils
* Good knowledge of a range of effective SEMH strategies
* A commitment to raising standards in all areas of school life
* Good understanding of child development and how children learn
* Commitment to child-centred education involving learning through creative first-hand experiences and children’s interests
* An ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and use their own initiative within the classroom, playground, and the wider school community
* Ability to communicate effectively with parents/carers
* Good organisational and time management skills
Hours : The post holder will be expected to work term time only, Wednesday - Friday 8:30 – 3:15 (including a 30-minute unpaid break)
To apply : Please visit our website (balfourprimary.co.uk) for further information and to download an application form. If you would like a tour of the school, please telephone the school office 01273 507722. Please email application forms (CVs will not be accepted) to recruitment@balfour.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Please ensure that you write your application using the headings of the Person Specification.
Interview date : 24th October 2024
If you do not hear from us please assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview.
Balfour Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake.
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The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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