About this Role
Make a Difference Every Day
We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and highlymotivated Learning Mentor for Children in Care (CiC) to join ourdedicated inclusion team.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work directly with someof our most vulnerable students, helping them overcome barriers to learning,achieve academic success, and develop the confidence and resilience needed tothrive both in school and beyond.
As a Learning Mentor, you will play a vital role in ensuringour Children in Care receive the support, encouragement, and advocacy they needto reach their full potential. You will work closely with students, families,carers, social workers, the Virtual School, and school staff to promoteattendance, engagement, wellbeing, and achievement.
The Role
- Build positive and trusting relationships with Children in Care.
- Provide mentoring, guidance, and individual support to help students overcome barriers to learning.
- Monitor attendance, academic progress, behaviour, and wellbeing.
- Support the development and review of Personal Education Plans (PEPs).
- Act as a key point of contact between school, carers, families, and external agencies.
- Advocate for students and ensure their educational needs are at the centre of decision-making.
- Work collaboratively with pastoral, SEND, safeguarding, behaviour and teaching teams to secure the best outcomes for students.
- Contribute to a culture of high expectations and inclusion.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has experience working with children and young people, particularly vulnerable learners.
- Understands the challenges faced by Children in Care and the impact these can have on education and wellbeing.
- Is a skilled communicator who can build productive relationships with students, carers, families, colleagues, and external professionals.
- Is organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload.
- Can inspire, motivate, and support young people to achieve their potential.
- Has a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Shares our belief that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their starting point or circumstances.
Working pattern:
37 hours per week, term time plus one week
Monday-Thursday 8.00am-4.00pm, Friday 8.00am-3.30pm.
We offer:
- Astrong and ongoing CPD program
- Opportunitiesfor career development and progression
- Support staff pension scheme
- Useof the onsite gym
- ASenior Team that are keen to drive school improvement and are open toinnovation and creative thinking
- Astrong commitment to staff wellbeing
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Learning Mentor for Children in Care (CiC) at Ken Stimpson Academy in Peterborough employer: Ken Stimpson Academy
Ken Stimpson Academy is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children. Located in a vibrant community, the academy promotes collaboration among educators, carers, and social workers, ensuring that every team member plays a vital role in shaping a brighter future for students.
