ilearn Mentor (Reduced Year) - Pudsey, Leeds

This is a full-time, reduced year role: 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year.

We are seeking an ilearn Mentor to join our team, playing an integral role in delivering group sessions and one-to-one sessions to students. We are seeking an individual with the experience and ability to connect with students and deliver the best possible support to facilitate their learning and independence. The impact of the mentors on campus at the moment is paramount in supporting students, coaching tutors, teachers, and curricula.

We are the Independent Learning (ilearn) team for Leeds City College, and we are here to support students in developing their independent learning skills and achieving personal goals. We are a team of friendly experts who offer plenty of support to students. We run ilearn Hubs & library spaces, but we also do so much more.

What You Will Do:

• Support and deliver 121 sessions to students to develop their independent skills.
• Plan, tailor and deliver sessions in class to students of all abilities to support their studies and development.
• Differentiating the offer of ilearn to curriculums and research and develop your understanding by engaging with the curriculum teams.
• Engage and promote our offer to all departments involved to signpost students to get the best support available.
• Supporting our strategy for growth by consistently reporting and reviewing the progress of sessions and performance.
• Review processes and make recommendations for process improvement, making the best use of IT and online systems.

About You:

• Have the ability to communicate and engage with students and curriculum staff at all levels, ensuring relationships are enhanced and collaborative experiences and opportunities are realised.
• Knowledge and extensive experience of skills building in a student or using all medians, e.g. Knowledge and experience with Google applications eg. Docs, Slides and Sheets.
• Experience of working with colleagues in a cross-departmental / multi-disciplinary delivery role.
• Experience in influencing and supporting students to achieve the best by stretching and challenging by reviewing progress and achieving improved outcomes.
• Ability to use your own initiative and feedback to improve performance and success of our sessions on a 121 basis and in class.

Benefits:

• Annual leave: Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays; Curriculum support and business support: 37 days plus bank holidays.
• Pension schemes with generous employer contributions: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, People’s Pension Scheme.
• CPD opportunities: Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days. Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
• Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About Us:

Here at Pudsey Sixth Form college we raise student aspirations and build their confidence so they can go beyond the expected. We do this through our shared passion for teaching, learning and broadening horizons. By joining Pudsey Sixth Form College you join a brand new campus and community dedicated to improving and inspiring the lives of young people through education. We empower students to strive for excellence so whether you’re inspiring the next generation with your dynamic teaching or supporting the work of those who do, you know you will be making a positive impact every day. Choosing to work for Pudsey Sixth Form College means that you will be part of creating something new and be able to leave your own mark all whilst delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. We have a sense of belonging and are proud of our local community, so if this sounds like something you want to be a part of, we look forward to welcoming you to Pudsey Sixth Form College.

SAFEGUARDING: At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives.

To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please Click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.

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