682 Atherton Road

Hindley Green

Wigan

WN2 4SQ

Salary: Grade 5, £16,078 - £18,442 per annum. £9.92 - £11.38 per hour

The salary is subject to the 2019 National Joint Council pay award and any local agreements

37 hours per week, term time plus 1 week working 39 weeks per year

Temporary to cover maternity leave

For a Learning Mentor looking for a chance to make a difference, this is a brilliant opportunity to join The Keys Federation Academy Trust.

With four Primary Schools in Wigan, The Keys Federation Academy Trust is enhancing young lives across the North West. We focus on unlocking potential and giving every child a real chance to succeed. 

Join us and you’ll have the chance to work at one or more of our Schools.

We’re looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Learning Mentor who will:

work closely with children, their families, school staff and other professionals to identify and address barriers to learning. 

provide pastoral care and support to pupils for their mental and physical welfare, encouraging positive attitudes and behaviour around school;

line manage and develop lunchtime support staff ensuring consistency of standards and appropriateness of activities

be the Deputy Designated Child Protection Officer and provide support including attending meetings as necessary.

co-ordinate and deliver intervention strategies and intervention packages, both internal and external, for vulnerable pupils and

establish good relationships and further develop links with the wider community through Event co-ordination, Toddler Group, Family Learning, school representation at PTA meetings/events etc.

When you join us as a Learning Mentor, you can expect exceptional breadth of experience and a steep learning curve.  You can be certain that we’ll invest heavily in your professional development through our Spirit of Purpose and give you the chance to build your career across our family of Schools.  It’s a unique challenge and if you’re passionate about really making a difference we can promise you’ll find it life-changing.

Applications are returnable to Miss T. Oguntayo, HR Officer, via post or email.

To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below:

Job Description.pdf
Application Form.docx
DBS Applicant Information.pdf
Guidance for Safer Working Practices.pdf
Childcare Disqualification Requirements.pdf
20 reasons to work for us.pdf
Privacy Notice.pdf

Application packs and further details are available from www.thekeysfederation.org.uk or by contacting Miss T. Oguntayo, HR Officer, on 01942 834002 or by emailing t.oguntayo@thekeysfederation.org.uk

School visits are warmly welcomed.  Please contact Taiwo Oguntayo, HR Officer, to arrange.

Interview date: Wednesday 13 February 2019

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures

The Board of Directors of The Keys Federation Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children