Learning and Behaviour Mentor - Temporary maternity cover

We are looking for an enthusiastic and resilient Level 2 Learning and Behaviour Mentor with excellent interpersonal skills to work with our students across both our Knighton Fields and Aylestone Meadows site.

This is a temporary maternity cover post for one year or until the post holder returns, whichever is sooner, working 32.08 hours per week for 39 weeks per year.

You will need to be committed to removing barriers to learning for students, covering all age ranges and abilities. Experience of using Makaton, PEC’s and sensory approaches would be desirable. Access to a vehicle would also be desirable as you will be conducting home visits. 

Successful applicants will have the following qualities:

• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills, alongside the ability to communicate effectively with a range of professionals and parents.
• Be prepared to deal with students who are at crisis point, which will include the use of Team Teach
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise
• Ability to assist class teachers and T.A.’s to implement behaviour strategies for individual students
• Be able to work well as part of a busy team
• Good timekeeping and attendance
• Ability to maintain a calm and constructive approach in difficult situations
• Be able to work closely with parents, both in an advisory and supportive capacity

Ellesmere College is a large, aspirational special school located in the City of Leicester

Ellesmere College provides education for up to 426 children and young people, from 4 to 19 years, with a range of moderate to complex learning difficulties.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, flexible, enthusiastic, committed and self motivated group of staff who have an innovative and creative approach which ensures children and young people who have a range of special educational needs achieve the best possible learning outcomes. We are looking for the best as we continue our journey towards outstanding.

Ellesmere College:

• Is a supportive and friendly environment committed to staff and student wellbeing.
• Offers a high quality professional development programme.
• Has a committed and enthusiastic staff and governor team.
• Is a school where partnerships with home and other agencies are seen as vital in supporting individual students to achieve their full potential.
• Is a place where excellence is the norm.
• Has a comprehensive wellbeing package including access to free counselling, physiotherapy, GPs, legal advice etc.

Closing Date for Applications: 9:30am on Tuesday 15th September

Interview Dates: Thursday 1st October

How to Apply: Please apply using the online form and outline in the supporting statement section why you are the right person for this post.