At a Glance
- Tasks: Support vulnerable children in their education and help them develop essential skills.
- Company: Join a fantastic school dedicated to personalised education for every child.
- Benefits: Access to professional development, wellbeing support, and innovative awards.
- Other info: Flexible part-time role with opportunities for growth and progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Passion for education, strong communication skills, and a caring attitude.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are offering an opportunity to be part of our fantastic school, which aims to provide a personalised education for every child. This could be the ideal role for you if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable children who need additional support in maintaining their educational engagement.
Alongside supporting the pupils' engagement with their formal education you will also have the chance to develop their skills and resilience to succeed in their futures and achieve their full potential. This will include working with them in lessons either 1:1 or in small groups, running interventions for them, supporting with related paperwork and co‑ordinating with relevant stakeholders.
We are looking for a part time SEND Learning Mentor to work 3 days a week. The ideal candidate will be:
- a committed team player with energy and drive
- able to support children with a range of social and emotional challenges
- able to deliver support, both in lesson and small groups in reading, writing and mathematics
- dedicated, enthusiastic, patient and caring
We welcome applications either from those with experience in supporting learning in the classroom or who have experience in supporting children with a range of other special educational needs, or from graduates who are looking to gain in‑school experience before Teacher Training.
Candidate Profile
- Contribute towards the Academy's and Trust's vision and ethos
- Enjoy completing their work in a professional and positive manner, relish solving problems and take pride in helping people
- Have a genuine passion and belief in the potential of every student
- Have strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrate honesty and integrity
- Be highly motivated and have a flexible approach towards work and working hours
- Have knowledge of and experience of working with external agencies and voluntary groups is desirable
- Have a strong academic track record
Benefits of Working for Turner Schools
- As part of a multi‑academy trust, you will have access to high quality CPD through our Turner Institute and a range of progression routes across our schools
- Regular wellbeing and social activities
- Counselling and mental wellbeing support
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to work scheme
- Innovation Awards that encourage staff to put forward innovative ideas to make a difference to children’s experiences
- Trust Vision and Values awards to recognise staff contribution
- Free parking on all our sites with access to E chargers
Working 3 days a week (22.5 hours a week) Term Time + 2 additional weeks (to include INSET Days). We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.
Part Time SEND Learning Mentor (3 Days) - Term Time in Folkestone employer: Sandwich Infant
Turner Schools is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong emphasis on professional development through high-quality CPD and clear progression routes, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles. The school prioritises wellbeing with regular social activities, mental health support, and innovative recognition programmes, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable children.
