Role: SEN Mentor/Teaching Assistant
Location: Bexhill
Hours: Permanent (Term Time Only), Full-time, 32.5 hours per week
Pay: Dependent on experience
About the School:
The educational setting is an aspirational and innovative Alternative Provision Free School in East Sussex. We work closely with the school and are in partnership with the trust that they are part of. The school provides industry relevant education for students in year 9-11 which is high quality, based on partnerships and focussed on enterprise. It offers students a strong grounding in Maths, English, Science and Enterprise alongside quality provision in one of six vocational areas (Hairdressing & Barbering, Hospitality & Catering, Multi-trades construction, Automotive, Sports & Fitness and Arts & Creativity).
About the Role:
They are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant – Mentor, into their expanding team following promotion of existing staff who are now undertaking teacher training. The role of the Teaching Assistant - Mentor is a key position, supporting students in a number of vocational areas and core subjects. Mentors offer classroom support, pastoral support and work with class teachers to develop meaningful programmes. Mentors support the vocational tutors as part of the tutor team and act as a supportive pastoral contact for all students. They sometime supervise classes to cover staff absence, working in small teams to deliver quality cover classes.
The ideal candidate will be:
* An enthusiastic and supportive person
* Have an interest in at least one of the following areas: Hospitality/Art & Creativity/Core & Academic subjects.
* Whilst experience of working with young people would be advantageous, the ability to develop and sustain meaningful relationships and champion students who have struggled to access mainstream education is key.
* Willing to learn, and keen to develop and appropriate training will be provided for the right candidate.
* Keen to work in a school setting prior to undertaking teacher training, or developing knowledge of working in Alternative Provision and pastoral roles.
The successful candidate will be joining a trust and school that continues to be ambitious in its drive to improve outcomes for our students. You will join a highly dedicated and professional staff team and be part of a supportive working and learning environment, where your professional development is highly valued and your well-being is paramount.
About the Trust:
The trust, is an aspirational and supportive Trust, aiming to create a warm, caring, stable, supportive environment in which all staff and pupils feel safe. They are three special schools, a large countywide alternative provision and a vocational free school across East Sussex. They strive to discover success through learning, self-belief and achievement. Pupils are empowered to take responsibility through a personalised curriculum supported by secure systems.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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