Uffculme School is looking for an Outdoor Learning Mentor to join us for the summer term 2025. Applications to start in autumn 2025 will be considered.
Uffculme School offers co-education for children and young people of the ages 4 to 19 years from all parts of the city. Our students represent the wide cultural mix that makes up the general population of Birmingham. We are a successful school with a long and proven track record of providing high quality education for young people with a primary diagnosis of ASD. We currently cater for around 300 children and young people across our three sites.
This is new role will be part of the Pastoral Team. Working closely with them, you will identify students who are experiencing difficulties in their learning due to social, emotional or behaviour problems, and support them in increasing their confidence and self-esteem through sport and outdoor learning activities. The successful candidate will lead lunchtime activities, encouraging active breaks and supporting with this valuable social time. You will also work closely with the Outdoor Learning Team and support with ensuring that the school’s residential programme continues to be a positive experience for our students.
The successful candidate will have
· GCSEs grade C or equivalent in English and Maths
· A minimum of a level 3 qualification related to outdoor learning or sports
· Experience of working with children with SEND
· The ability to work both independently and collaboratively
· Be able to motivate students to encourage participation in activities.
If, having read the and person specification, you wish to apply for the role, please use Quick Apply to complete the online application form.
The closing date for applications is midday on 12 March 2025. Interviews will be held during the following week.