Learning Mentor

Pollyteach is an established independent school and alternative provision for children (aged 8-16) with a range of special educational needs and learning disabilities. Our priority is to build trust with our students and provide a safe and supportive environment in which they can learn. Our curriculum is underpinned by a range of accredited qualifications including GCSEs and vocational awards.

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic Learning Mentors to join our thriving team here at Pollyteach. We are looking for someone who can engage our learners by delivering high quality sessions across all core subjects and PSHE. Along with academic subjects, we also offer engagement activities such as sport and art.

The successful candidate will be driven and passionate about providing a high quality of learning and will be focused on enabling students to engage and succeed in their education. A calm, patient and understanding nature is a must in this challenging, yet incredibly rewarding environment. Along with delivery, planning and engagement, this role also involves maintaining accurate records, therefore written communication and IT skills are required.

We are seeking Learning Mentors to work mainly at our new site in Retford; however, induction training and staff shadowing may take place across our different sites, and there may be requirement, as part of the role, to work across our multiple sites as required. This role is suitable for individuals with a relevant level 2-3 qualification; however, we welcome applications from people who feel that they have the right skills and attributes for the role, and are willing to work towards gaining relevant qualifications.

*As part of your application, we ask that you provide details of your specialist or preferred core subject (English, Maths, Science).

*Please note that this role is part time and term time only. The advertised salary is FTE (Full Time Equivalent) and will be pro-rated. 

You can find out more about what we do and who we are by visiting our website https://www.pollyteach.com/about

Working at Pollyteach

There are lots of great benefits to working at Pollyteach

·        A rewarding career working towards engaging our young people in bespoke learning programmes.

·        Opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills through training, mentoring and qualifications.

·        Free, confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections the community.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

·        Minimum Level 2 qualification in maths and English

Desirable



•            Qualification in supporting teaching and learning

•            A-Level / L3 qualifications

•            Experience of working with children/young adults in an education, youth work or social work setting

Working Hours and location

Term time working (39 weeks): Typically Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 15:00 with a 30-minute unpaid break taken flexibly. There may be occasions when you will be required to work additional hours to deal with an issue or complete administrative tasks; this is accounted for within contracted hours.

The role will be based at one of our five Pollyteach sites in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Blidworth, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, or Mansfield. While we will try to take your preference into account, you may be required to work from any site in accordance with business needs.

You will also be required to support the learner outdoors and/or off-site in various engagement activities.

Completing your application

There are some other important things you need to know before you apply to work with us at Pollyteach.

Pollyteach is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and staff. We expect all our staff to be aware of their responsibilities to protect students and staff from abuse or harm, to promote British Values and to prevent the radicalisation of students and staff. 

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and overseas check where applicable. Provide proof of their right to work in the UK and comply with health screening to assess their mental and physical fitness to carry out their duties.

Please note – We need you to complete an application form to fulfil our Safer Recruitment responsibilities, you can submit a CV and we will consider it alongside your application form.

In order to apply for this role, you will need to create a profile on our online recruitment portal, Face-Ed.

Please click on the “apply” button and this will take you to the link to create a profile.

You will need to ensure you complete ALL sections of your profile before you can submit your application.

If you have any questions or need some help when completing your application you can contact hr@pollyteach.com or call the Recruitment team on 01623 499111, extension 428 or 283 and we will be happy to help.