Learning Mentor

1:1 support for a year 7 student with an EHCP plus more general lower school in-class support where necessary The Learning Mentor's main duties will include:

• As directed by the SENDCo to provide 1:1 scaffolding and reassurance to pupil X in Year 7 (Entry) with identified learning difficulties and SEND in line with their EHCP. This may include support with academic and social, emotional and behaviour management.
• As directed by the SENDCo, to provide additional in-class and 1:1 scaffolding and reassurance to other pupils with identified learning difficulties and SEND in line with ASP guidance. This may include support with behaviour management.
• As directed by the SENDCo, to offer study skills support on a 1:1, small group or in-class basis. This will include contributing to the Study Smart programme.
• To liaise with teachers and other members of the Academic Support department regarding the planning of intervention and strategies. This will include being involved with the monitoring and reviewing of the provision in line with the EHCP.
• To provide input into the annual EHCP review for pupil X.
• To keep records of support and intervention up to date.
• To provide some administrative support within the Academic Support department.
• To support the transition and integration of pupils joining the Senior School from the JB and other schools.
• To attend Academic Support team meetings and Academic Support Representative meetings.
• To provide updates to parents at consultation evenings and/or parental meetings as appropriate.
• To provide updates to parents of pupil X in line with the EHCP.
The Academic Support Department The Academic Support Department at UCS adopts a fully inclusive approach to meeting the needs of pupils with additional needs. The department consists of three full time Learning Support teachers/assessors and two part time, who are assigned to year groups within the school, a Learning Mentor, and an administrative assistant. Additionally, each academic department has an Academic Support representative, who coordinates subject specific support. Whilst the majority of the support offered takes the form of classroom-based reasonable adjustments, some pupils receive additional specialist support outside of their classes.

University College School was founded in 1830 to promote principles of liberal scholarship. That remains our first and overriding aim. Intellectual curiosity, breadth of study and independence of mind combine to achieve academic excellence; they are not subordinate to it. UCS remains true to the liberal traditions of its founders and continues to work hard to foster independence of mind among its pupils, to value their individuality and to create a diverse and inclusive community. Academic results are excellent. Music and drama are very strong at UCS and the school offers an outstanding range of co-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities., University College School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check before commencing employment. This is a requirement as the position is within a school working with children aged under 18. UCS will also undertake its own recruitment checks through contact with previous employers, and others, to confirm applicants' identities and their professional records.

This is a full-time, one-year fixed-term, term-time-only position, working 34 weeks per year, with a total of 32 hours per week. The salary is £30,000 The working hours are: Monday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Tuesday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Wednesday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Thursday: 10:00am - 2:00pm Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm