Learning Mentor

We are seeking a committed, passionate and experienced Senior Learning Mentor to join our dedicated team. This role focuses on supporting children with diagnosed behavioural disorders and additional needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. You will play a key leadership role in developing personalised interventions, working closely with pupils, families, staff and external agencies to promote engagement, wellbeing and success., Russells Hall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory reference and clearances, including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. You are required to ensure that you understand your own role and responsibilities to comply with legislation and the employer's policies. Any breaches of, or failure to comply with, Data Protection requirements confidentiality or employer's policies will be dealt with through the agreed Disciplinary Procedure We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

• Qualifications to at least a degree in a relevant field or equivalent, with GCSSE (or equivalent) in both English and Maths
• Be a good team player
• Be able to form a constructive rapport with pupils to enable them to engage successfully with learning
• Experience of working with pupils with special educational needs
• Possess high levels of personal integrity and an ability to always maintain confidentiality.
  
  Top tip when applying - As we've got a new recruitment system the application process has changed a little and we hope you'll like it!
You'll first need to register and create a profile the first time you apply. Creating your profile will enable you do things such as track your application progress, view emails you've received from us and manage communication preferences, manage your interview bookings and offer information if successful. About Dudley Council It's an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the exciting schemes such as the Midland Metro we also have the ongoing and very serious challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve. At Dudley Council we have a 'one council' ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, creating a cleaner and greener place and supports stronger and safer communities. We are rightly proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and, working with our partners, Dudley Council is also committed to looking forward and helping to deliver our borough vision of 'Forge a Future for all' www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk We ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities. We provide flexible and responsive service in partnership and help communities help themselves. In joining a local authority that serves 320,000 residents you will become an integral part of a council that:
• is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark
• is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council, in order to find cost effective ways of delivering services
• has aligned its political and managerial leadership structures and is committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people
• wants borough residents to have their say through our community forums
• dedicates time to meaningful consultation and listen to the views of our residents
• is working with the community to encourage active involvement of our residents
  
  £27,466.58 - £30,535.14 per annum. Term time only, 39 weeks (no.of working weeks). First year salary will reflect number of working days remaining in holiday year.