Behaviour Support Mentor (62bc) in Leicester

Merrydale Junior Primary School is looking for a caring, resilient and enthusiastic Behaviour Support Mentor to join our dedicated team. This rewarding role is perfect for someone who thrives on building positive relationships, supporting pupils with additional needs, and helping children overcome barriers to learning. You’ll work closely with staff, families and external agencies to promote positive behaviour, improve attendance and create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can succeed. If you are calm under pressure, passionate about inclusion and ready to be a positive role model for pupils, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Choose Merrydale Junior School? Merrydale Junior School is a very special place. Visitors often comment positively on the children’s warm welcome, their enthusiasm and also on staff’s commitment and dedication. We understand the power of education and take very seriously our duty to give children the best start in life. At Merrydale we aim to provide a safe, caring learning environment for all working together with you as families and the community whilst delivering a broad, balanced and creative curriculum celebrating the diversity of our world. Our school motto is ‘Be the Best You Can Be’ and we strive to embed this attitude in all aspects of our school - adults and children alike.

Our Achievements to date:

• Rated Ofsted ‘Good’ October 2019
• Anti-Bullying Award
• Digital School House Platinum
• School Games Mark
• Microsoft Showcase School
• Tiny Forest Member
• Girls County Cricket Finalists 2022 and 2023

Key Responsibilities:

• To undertake midday supervision duties.
• To provide toileting support to pupils as necessary.
• To lead an extra-curricular activity under the direction of the school but with limited direct supervision.
• To escort and supervise pupils on educational visits and out of school activities, ensuring their health, safety and well-being.
• To contribute to assessing and developing plans to meet the personal support needs of children and young people with additional requirements and assist in the implementation and evaluation of the plans.
• To monitor behaviour and attendance trends, to identify any patterns of absence and lateness and work with colleagues and parents to seek ways of helping the pupil to attend school more regularly.

What We’re Looking For:

• NVQ 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy or able to demonstrate competency in literacy and numeracy equivalent to level 2.
• Proficient with Teams and other standard IT systems/software.

• Experience of working as a Teaching Assistant (or equivalent) supporting pupils in a classroom environment, including those with special educational needs.
• Experience of working with children in groups and leading intervention groups.
• Experience of working with SEN children.

• Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding the theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of children.
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
• Able to develop appropriate trustful relationship with specific children.
• Promote the school’s aims and vision positively.
• Develop good personal relationships within a team.

Why Join Us?

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
• An established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues.

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility: We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

More about Discovery Schools Trust: Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration of the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!