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Learning and Teaching Mentor (E6132) - Victoria Primary Academy

Wellspring Academy Trust, Leeds

Learning and Teaching Mentor (E6132) - Victoria Primary Academy

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Wellspring Academy Trust, Leeds

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 29 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 30e0c01eba374edaae4d14ccea7e549c

Full Job Description

  • Use specialist (curricular/ learning) skills/ training/ experience to support pupils.
  • To teach pre-set learning, maintain good order and keep pupils on task.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour/ Support/mentoring plans.
  • Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.
  • Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom.
  • Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs.
  • Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities.
  • Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance.
  • Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress, achievement, behaviour and attendance.
  • Provide pastoral support to pupils.
  • Receive and supervise pupils excluded from, or otherwise not working to, a normal timetable.
  • Attend to pupil's personal needs and provide advice to assist in their social, health and hygiene development.
  • Participate in comprehensive assessment of pupils to determine those in need of particular help.
  • Support provision for pupils with special needs.
  • Develop 1:1 mentoring arrangements with pupils and provide support for distressed pupils.
  • Promote the speedy/ effective transfer of pupils phases/ integration of those who have been absent.
  • Provide information and advice to enable pupils to make choices about their own learning/behaviour/attendance.
  • Challenge and motivate pupils, promote and reinforce self-esteem.
  • Monitor and evaluate pupils' responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of achievement against pre-determined learning objectives.
  • Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required, to the teacher on pupil achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence.
  • Be responsible for maintaining and updating records, information and data as agreed with the teacher, contributing to reviews of systems/ records as requested and producing analysis and reports as required.
  • Undertake marking of pupils' work and accurately record achievement/ progress.
  • Promote and ensure health and safety, positive values, attitudes and good pupil behaviour; dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour.
  • Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents/ carers as agreed with the teacher within your role/responsibility and participate in feedback sessions/ meetings with parents, or as directed by the teacher.
  • Administer and assess routine tests and invigilate exams/ tests.
  • Establish constructive relationships with parents/ carers, exchanging information, facilitating their support for their child's attendance, access and learning and supporting home to school and community links.
  • Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and productive working environment.
  • Ensure timely and accurate design, preparation and use of specialist equipment/ resources/ materials.
  • Assist in the development of lesson/ work plans, administration of coursework, work sheets etc.
  • Contribute to planning, development and organisation of systems/ procedures.
  • Administer and assess routine tests and invigilate exams/tests.
  • Liaise with feeder schools and other relevant bodies to gather pupil information for agreed activities.
    • Standard Duties in all Trust Job Descriptions
  • Show a commitment to diversity, equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices
  • Show a commitment to ensuring that children and young people learn in a safe environment
  • Participate in relevant and appropriate training and development as required.
    • Method of Working Wellspring Academy Trust expects all staff to work effectively and co-operatively as part of a team, delivering high quality support. This requires dealing with people politely and tactfully, and in accordance with Trust guidelines, policies and procedures. Wellspring Team members are expected to respect confidentiality and safeguarding practices at all times. Public Relations Considerable importance is attached to the public relations aspect of our work. Members of the Team must project a positive image of the Trust at all times and through all activity. DBS Certificate Wellspring Academy Trust takes its duty to safeguard the young people with which it works seriously. All Wellspring Team Members are required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

    We are looking for a teammate who believes in the infinite potential of little people and is passionate about their role in unlocking their future. We welcome applications from those with experience in schools and have a Level 3 TA qualification or equivalent, who are keen to develop expertise in their work.,
  • Are enthusiastic about building positive relationships with children and adults alike
  • Are committed to your own professional development
  • Are a strong team player who enjoys collaboration with colleagues
  • Have experience of leading learning in group and whole class situations
  • Are passionate about every child's entitlement to good quality learning

    Wellspring Academy Trust is a growing Multi-Academy Trust with thirty-one schools, making the Trust one of the largest in the North. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve and believe in the potential of our team to achieve remarkable things.

    The school is at an exciting point in its journey, with the next few years highly focused on developing excellence in all that we do. No matter what your personal aspirations for the future are, and whatever stage in your career you are at - this could be the role which enables you to take the leap into that future.
    • You will enjoy a diverse role with the opportunity to both lead classroom teaching and support pupils' learning in the classroom, to lead interventions throughout the day and play a full part within the school community. We are fully committed to your professional development and believe we have the perfect conditions for growth amongst warm and friendly colleagues. At Victoria Primary Academy, situated in Leeds 9, you will discover a building jam-packed full of beautiful little people, and teaching teams who are passionate about offering the very best quality provision in all aspects of the school experience - because we simply believe they deserve nothing less. We have a strong desire to ensure that our children have everything that they need to become successful adults when they leave us. If you are passionate about improving the life-chances of young people, then this could be the opportunity you have been seeking.,
  • A supportive and dedicated team who enjoy high levels of collaboration
  • A fun-filled career where you can truly make a difference
  • Personalised CPD through our Appraisal Programme.
    • Opportunities for your own professional development Interested applicants are invited to speak with Executive Principal, Jessica Jenkins, to find out more.

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