Smile Education is supporting an education setting in Telford who are looking for a Learning Mentor to join them on a full-time basis. They are looking for a passionate mentor who can support Teachers across the setting assisting with students who have additional needs to ensure they complete set activities and hit their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
1. To provide support, under the direction of a teacher, to individuals or groups of students, and to provide assistance with the teaching of a range of activities, in varied curriculum areas.
2. To assist in the preparation of equipment and materials for learning, practical work, demonstrations and exhibitions.
3. To supervise students during non-teaching times where appropriate.
4. To support students with personal care / assistance.
5. To attend relevant, appropriate professional development as and when required.
6. To comply with all college policies and procedures.
7. To work with the Line Manager to identify training needs and actively seek out relevant training and development opportunities in liaison with the Head of Professional Development.
8. To attend internal and external meetings as and when required.
9. To complete related paperwork and administration tasks.
10. Any other duties reasonably required.
Mandatory Requirements
1. Commitment to Safeguarding - Safeguard the well-being of learners, including responsibility for reporting concerns to the Safeguarding Team.
2. Commitment to the Prevent Duty – To prevent students and staff from being drawn into terrorism, including responsibility for reporting concerns to the Safeguarding Team.
3. Disclose & Barring Service (DBS) Check - All staff will be required to have an enhanced DBS check, formally known as CRB check.
4. Commitment to Equality and Diversity - To comply with the requirements of the Equality & Diversity Policy and to promote Equality & Diversity in all activities, including responsibility for reporting concerns.
5. Health and Safety - To comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. To fulfil your duties in accordance with the Health & Safety policy and procedures.
6. Continued Professional Development (CPD) – To be committed to their own continuous professional development.
For more information please call Vicki on 0121 289 6842 or send your CV by clicking 'apply'.
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