Our ALS department is expanding and we are excited to announce that we are looking for an additional team member to join as a SEN
Learning Mentor on a 38 Week Term Time contract, working 30 hours per week.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced candidate to join our dedicated team.
Join us in shaping the future of our students and make a lasting impact with Macclesfield College!
The Role
To work with learners across the College who have a Special Educational Need ensuring each learner has access to relevant support
to gain work related skills and be able to achieve their potential. This involves, offering pastoral support and signposting to
other agencies. The post requires liaison with parents and external agencies.
Main Duties for this role include:
- Individual pastoral support on a needs related basis including:
- Assisting curriculum staff with retention and achievement strategies.
- Attendance at Multi Agency meetings for individual students ensuring appropriate information on their progression is collated beforehand.
- Working with identified students for action planning and behavioural management.
- Attendance tracking and chasing.
- Liaising with the College's safeguarding team.
- Make referrals as appropriate to the Additional Learning Support section, Student Liaison Officer or College Counsellor.
- Support progression events ensuring students have appropriate access to external agencies or internal staff to make informed choices on their destination.
- Arrange visits of prospective students and show them around the college.
Suitable candidates should have:
- Relevant experience of working with young people aged 16-19 in a pastoral, voluntary or teaching capacity
- Relevant experience of working with students with additional needs relating to social, emotional and mental health
We offer a brilliant package of benefits to support your career and wellbeing including:
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities
- Financial support to gain your teaching qualification
- Professional development and upskilling opportunities
- Discounted gym membership, and hair and beauty treatments
- Free secure campus parking and excellent transport links
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Staff Awards & Recognition
- Access to our employee benefits platform
Pre-employment Screening
All posts are subject to standard pre-employment checks and you will be asked to provide;
- Evidence of your right to work in the UK
- Proof of Identity
- A minimum of two professional referees to cover a five-year period
- Health Declaration for any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need the College to make appropriate adjustments.
Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our
due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to enables us to identify any incidents or issues which have might want to
explore at interview. Once shortlisting has taken place, this search will be carried out for all candidates who will attend an
interview.
Please note we reserve the right to close this role earlier if we receive sufficient applications for this post.
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SEN Learning Mentor (Term Time) in Macclesfield employer: Allscreens Nationwide Ltd
Allscreens Nationwide Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the wellbeing of both employees and the individuals they serve. With a strong focus on professional development, team leaders are encouraged to grow their skills in a dynamic environment while making a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities. Located in Leicester, the company provides a unique opportunity to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
