We are seeking to appoint an Inclusion Mentor to work alongside our existing team in our alternative provision.  The role is based on a Higher Level Teaching Assistant position, so previous relevant experience is essential.  Experience does not have to be school based, transferable skills from youth work, mental health support or sports coaching would also be relevant.  

To be successful in the role, you will need to be someone who can:

* remain calm under pressure

* adapt quickly to changing situations with innovative and creative coping strategies

* prepare and deliver targeted interventions to small groups

* relate to students in order to understand their needs and the challenges they face

* engage and encourage students to want to learn

Please refer to the attached information pack which includes further information including the job description and person specification.

As a valued member of the Priestlands team, benefits would include:

• Free on-site car park
• Two week Autumn half term
• Friendly and sociable colleagues; including a well-bring group
• Enrolment in and generous contribution to one of the UK’s largest public sector pension schemes; LGPS
• Eligible for reduced rate membership at NFDC leisure centres
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance programme offering advice on a range of areas including well-being, housing and financial matters
• Free access to the UK's largest online GP service, Livi
• Free eye sight test every 2 years
• Professional development opportunities for all staff
• Affordable on-site canteen

References will be usually taken up prior to interview; if you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher.  You will be required to provide appropriate evidence of identity and qualifications to support other pre-employment checks which will be undertaken on the successful candidate for this role, including:  your right to work in the UK, a confidential health declaration,  an online search of your name in line with government guidance on Keeping Children Safe in Education, and a DBS application. 

If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to receiving your application.

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date.  

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Priestlands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and you will be required to declare whether you have any criminal convictions. Priestlands School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.