Job Title: Academic Mentor – Pathways Provision
Location: Plumstead, South East London
Salary: £26,402 – £30,963 per annum (Scale 4 – 6)
Job Type: Full Time, Contract – Maternity cover with possibility of permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term time only + 1 week)
Closing Date: Friday 26th June at noon
About the Role
Pathways is our internal provision offering support, intervention and a tailored curriculum to young people who are vulnerable and in danger of suspension or exclusion. Housed with a dedicated suite of rooms, students are offered a supportive environment where the same high standards expected in the wider school community are maintained. Blending a programme of graduated support with an academic curriculum, Pathways offers a flexible and personalised provision for young people across Key Stage 3 and 4. Our work in this respect is pioneering, and is used as a model by many other schools in our area.
We are looking for an outstanding practitioner to be an academic learning mentor within this process. The role will involve promoting high expectations for both behaviour and academic achievement. You will support the delivery of a tailored curriculum which will meet the needs of vulnerable learners. You will also help to deliver a suite of graduated “early help” interventions to address social, emotional and behavioural needs.
About You
- Be familiar with best practice in teaching students with specific learning and special educational needs, or who pose behavioural challenges.
- Be able to liaise with a range of staff across the school, and to disseminate best practice to them.
- Be able to maintain accurate and confidential documentation.
- Build good links with other professionals and outside agencies.
Why Join Us
- A vibrant, happy and diverse community.
- A school with a firm commitment to an inclusive ethos.
- Excellent professional development and guidance.
- A whole school commitment to providing excellence for all.
Additional Information
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
References will automatically be requested for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. The successful applicant will be required to be DBS checked prior to taking up post.
Applicants with previous job titles and experience of: Student Support Mentor, SEND Learning Assistant, SEND Learning Tutor, Learning Adviser, Educator, Special Education Learning Coach, Training Support Officer may also be considered for this role.
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