Learning Behaviour Support Mentor

Kibworth Church of England Primary School

Salary: Grade 8 Pay Point 15-28 (£28,605 - £31,029 per annum)

Approximate starting salary of £24,473.53 per annum

Hours: 37 Hours per week; 39 weeks per year (Term-time plus Inset days)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 08:30am to 16:30pm

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Kibworth Church of England Primary School for an individual to join our behaviour and relationship team as a behaviour mentor. Your role will involve leading pastoral interventions in order to support our children’s social, emotional and mental health needs, emotional literacy and social interaction. You will also be led by our phase leads to ensure behaviour is well supported within the classroom and vital links between home and the school are maintained. As one of our mentors, you will develop your own timetable to work flexibly in supporting the well-being of our young people and encourage them to be reflective and responsible.

Why Choose Kibworth Church of England Primary School?

School is far more than a place in which to work and learn. It is also a place where we begin to build relationships with other people, find out how to work collaboratively, develop a sense of ourselves, and discover how we as individuals fit into our world and society. We believe that it takes a whole community to educate a child, so we aim to work in partnership with parents, both individually and collectively. We are proud of our strong partnership with our very active Kibworth Parent’s Association (KPA), which organises many social and fundraising activities. 

Key Responsibilities

•  To promote the successful integration of students with special educational needs and remove barriers to learning.
• To set up strategies and approaches for individuals and groups of students within the classroom, playground and communal areas of the school to support/enable them to achieve well and make good progress.
• To support students in times of transitions, supervising students being mentored as well as support transition of new students to the school.
• Assists in the preparation of programmes of study and the development of induction programmes, engaging with students to maximise future chances for the individual.
• To assist under-achieving students and their parents/carers to access the curriculum.
• To provide a stimulating work environment which facilitates the raising of achievement, incorporating activities using IT as required. 

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

• NVQ 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent OR
• Able to demonstrate the ability to meet the STL Level 3 National Occupational Standards relevant to this post.
• Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy OR
• Able to demonstrate competency in literacy and numeracy equivalent to level 2.
• Proficient with Teams and other standard IT systems/software 

Experience:

•  Experience of supporting teaching and learning in a formal setting.
• Supporting learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage &/or Key Stage 1 or 2
• Have experience of working with children with medical needs.
• Experience of working with SEN children

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding the theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of children 
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
• Able to develop appropriate trustful relationship with specific children.
• Promote the school’s aims and vision positively
• Develop good personal relationships within a team. 

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting. 

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If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!