Learning Mentor

Learning Mentor - Bolton

A Primary Pupil Referral Unit in Breightmet, Bolton are looking to recruit a Learning Mentor to start in September.

The School;

The school is an Ofsted Good Primary School that has 40 pupils and is MAPA trained. The school is located in Bolton and caters for various additional needs such as; ADHD, ASC and Social and Emotional Difficulties. It is easily accessible from Bury and Manchester and has good transport links for non drivers. This school has a supportive ethos and promotes social and emotional development for all of its students.

The Role;
You will be working on a full time basis which can lead to opportunities to progress to a permanent position. The students are KS1/KS2 age and can pose challenging behaviour due to their additional needs, therefore resilience, patience and understanding are traits required for the successful applicant. You will assist them with class inclusion on a day to day basis, ensuring their engagement and focus on their work, whilst managing behaviour.

• Full time position
• Pay expectation for the day £57-63 dependant on experience
• Assisting day to day classroom support and assisting with behaviour
• Students age range 4-11
• Developing good relationships with pupils
• Encouraging students to interact with other students within the classroom and activities led by the teacher

You will need:

• Prior experience working with SEN/ Behaviour (Youth workers/ Support workers are ideal)
• Relevant training (Team-Teach)
• Available to work full-time school hours (8.30-3.30)
• A patient and calm approach to behaviour management

Teaching Personnel

Working through us can offer many benefits, such as;

• Access to an unrivalled CPD Academy with savings of up to 80% on courses such as Team-Teach and Moving and Handling.
• Living wage NOT minimum wage and payment through PAYE
• Support from sector specialists; our consultants are available 7am-6pm Mon-Fri and have backgrounds in Teaching and Education in all areas such as SEN, Primary and Secondary
• MyTP - Online access to Payslips, Timesheets and Diary
• Recommend a friend bonus of £50 per person!

If you are interested in this TA role, please submit a CV via the "apply now" link below or contact Manchester SEN on 0161 242 1798.