Academic Mentor

As an Academic Mentor, you will be employed on a fixed term contract for two terms to deliver a tailored programme of support. This is a full-time role, but part-time will be considered for the right candidate., Your main responsibility in this role will be delivering tailored learning support to groups of pupils in the format of:

• Small group work (1-6 maximum)
• One-to-one support
• Revision lessons (in groups or one-to-one)
• Identify learning gaps and helping to shape a bespoke intervention programme for pupils
• Deliver engaging sessions, to support a range of learning styles with clear learning objectives
• Manage behaviour of pupils during your sessions
• Differentiate sessions in line with pupils ability, taking into account any barriers to learning or additional needs
• Derive measurable outcomes from each sessions to track progress
• Demonstrate safeguarding standards in all practice
• Work under the guidance of a member of the SLT (senior leadership team), reporting to them, Leaders of Learning and class teachers.
  
  This opportunity may well appeal to candidates who wish to experience working in a school environment with a view to pursuing a career in education or to candidates who already have QTS but are looking for a change of direction. We welcome applications from colleagues who are determined to make a difference.
We are looking for Primary specialists in English, who can be deployed across the academy to provide targeted support where it is most needed., This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding individual who has the relevant experience, commitment and drive and who is passionate about encouraging every child to reach their full potential within a supportive academic environment. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

At Lisle Marsden Church of England Primary Academy, we provide additional targeted support to pupils who may be struggling with early reading and writing skills. These could be children in either Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 who would benefit from regular high quality targeted intervention. Support is provided through 1:1 and small group tuition, utilising a range of phonic teaching and learning programmes.