Learning Support Mentor

Responsibilities:
Support for students in accessing learning activities in a variety of settings, including vocational placements and Learning Outside the Classroom, as directed by Teacher/Senior Staff to include:

• Support and encourage students to engage in learning activities, and promote Good Behaviour.
• Assist with the supervision of students during off-site activities, including Training Placements.
• Be aware of, and comply with Policies and Procedures relating to:- Child Protection; Health & Safety; Security; and Confidentiality - reporting all concerns to the Designated Person/s.
• Be aware of, and support difference, and ensure all students have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
• Provide support for the preparation of, and undertaking of examinations.
• Be an effective role model for the standards of behaviour expected of students.
• To support in the development of IEP's

Support for the Academy to include:

• Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the Service.
• Appreciate and support the role of other professionals, and maintain positive working relationships.
• Attend relevant meetings as required.
• Participate in training, learning activities, performance development, and maintain record of own professional development.

General Duties:

• As and when required, to undertake duties in connection with personal hygiene and welfare of students, as directed by teaching staff.
• Provide clerical/admin support, e.g. attendance/absence, typing, photocopying, printing, display, baseline assessment.
• Ensuring maintenance of a clean, safe, and orderly working environment.
• Timely and accurate preparation of routine equipment, resources, materials, as instructed, ensuring quality/safety.
• Undertake record keeping as directed.
• Monitoring and arranging orderly and secure storage of learning resources.