Achievement Mentor

Here at Barnsley College, we have made a commitment to exceptional teaching and learning with the implementation of smaller intervention groups for our GCSE Maths and English delivery. The Foundation Learning department is now seeking a dedicated and dynamic Achievement Mentor to support students with their achievement in Math and English. Our new Achievement Mentor will work with small groups of up to 6 learners at a time establishing what they need to achieve and how to develop their skills and attitudes to be successful. You will help to identify their needs and set targets then work with them to make progress on these targets to help them achieve their qualifications supported by our Curriculum Teams. As an Achievement Mentor you will play a vital role in supporting our student's achievement and contribute to them progressing to further education employment and promising futures. This role would suit a learning professional that is energetic and collaborative in their approach to ensuring attendance and achievement is at its highest

Are you looking for a flexible role that is both interesting and worthwhile. Do you want to make a difference and contribute to transforming the lives of students?, We are looking for someone with the personal skills and experience to effectively support learners, dealing with challenging behaviour when it arises and helping students to develop their own coping strategies and succeed in their aspirations. Can you apply creativity and flexibility to the design of learning activities to maximise meaningful engagement in learning. Due to the nature of the role, our new Student Support Worker will require strong literacy skills and the ability to work to deadlines to complete paperwork that is subject to audit. You need to be somebody that can quickly build rapport with students using a variety of assessment techniques and keep accurate records of attendance and progress If you possess these qualities and want to embark on a new challenge with a leading education provider, please submit your application for review.

• We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress
• 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
• Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff
The Barnsley College Advantage When you join us, you can expect to benefit from "The Barnsley College Advantage". This is the advantage of:
• Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
• A range of flexible working opportunities