Pastoral Mentor

• Permanent
• Grade 9 - £23,730-£25,621 
• 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• The Newbridge School

JOB OVERVIEW

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and inspirational candidate to join our team of Pastoral Mentors..

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

We seek to appoint Pastoral Mentors who will inspire students to succeed. Working with the Head of Year, Pastoral Mentors will provide care, guidance, pastoral support and encouragement to students. Therefore, it is crucial the successful candidate has an ability to engage with young people and care about their happiness.

Pastoral Mentors are the first point of call for parents and carers, playing a vital link between home and school. A ‘can do’ attitude is essential in this fast-paced demanding support role, where all are passionate about the potential of young people.

The successful candidate will need excellent communication, time management and team working skills as well as patience and resilience.

If you are the type of person who strives to meet the needs of every child and has a proven track record of successfully working with young people, then you would cherish this opportunity.

What we offer:

• the opportunity to work with other local academies and schools
• become part of a thriving, successful and dedicated Multi-Academy Trust

The right candidate will:

• be a team player
• be organised and methodical
• be able to remain calm and efficient under pressure
• have a flexible, aspirational and enthusiastic attitude
• be reflective and have a desire to work effectively in partnership with colleagues, students and their support network

The Lionheart Educational Trust is a renowned family of fourteen schools based in and around Leicestershire. We strive to provide the highest quality education in each of our unique schools, raising the attainment of our talented students and reflecting the local communities of which they are a part. We are well supported by our Trust and our local Governing Body; ensuring we create to develop and improve.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am, Monday 6th May 2024.

Interview date to be advised w/c 13th May 2024.

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications 

The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.

We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification, job description and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants for this role will be subject to online checks in line with safer recruitment guidelines.