Role Overview
Cambridge Regional College have an exciting opportunity for a Learner Support Mentor (LSMs) to join our 14-19 Alternative Learning Provision team. Our Support Assistants work across both our campuses, Cambridge and Huntingdon Campus. The position is for 5 days per week.
Key Responsibilities
The primary purpose of this role is to support students either in core lessons, one-to-one or in small groups and vocational sessions. In addition, our LSMs ensure appropriate targets relating to learning are set and monitored, updated and signed off when necessary to maintain high standards of students' achievement and behaviours, and provide guidance and support to ensure students achieve in their pathway.
Requirements
The successful candidate must have experience of working with young people in an education setting or similar, and experience of working with young people who may have challenging behaviours or experienced difficulties with their mental health. You will also be required to have a GCSE grade C/4 qualification in English and Maths / or a Level 2 in Functional Skills English and Maths. We are looking for someone who has excellent communication skills, the ability to work with a range of young people, and able to work flexibly, independently and part of a team.
Benefits
- Generous holiday leave entitlement plus bank holidays
- Generous pension scheme
- Discounted rates on Apple products
- Free gym membership option and discounted classes
- Discounted rates on college courses
- BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
- Free on-site car parking
- Exclusive discounts for high street and online stores with Rewards@CRC
- On site restaurants, retail and coffee outlets (Costa Coffee at Cambridge Campus and Starbucks at Huntingdon Campus)
- Free independent telephone counselling service with our Employee Assistant Programme Staff Development opportunities.
Safeguarding Statement
Cambridge Regional College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, we expect all workers and employees to share this commitment.
Background Checks
All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Other Information
The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.
Learning Support Mentor (Alternative Learning Provision 14-16) in Huntingdon employer: Cambridge Regional College
Cambridge Regional College is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment that prioritises the growth and development of its staff. As a Specialist Learning Support Mentor, you will benefit from generous holidays and pension schemes while working in a collaborative atmosphere that values your contributions to fostering independent learning for students with diverse needs. Located in the vibrant city of Cambridge, this role provides meaningful opportunities to make a difference in education.
Contact Details:
Cambridge Regional College Recruitment Team
