Senior Learning Mentor (HLTA)

Senior Learning Mentor (HLTA) - 34.25 hours per week, 8.15am - 4.15pm Monday to Thursday and 8.15am - 3.30pm Friday, term time only (38 weeks). Grade D - Step 1 Actual Annual Salary £21,560.49 (which is equivalent to a full-time salary of £27,779). As part of our commitment to staff wellbeing RAISE Education Trust is trialling a two week half term break 19th to 30th October 2026. Following this trial, should the Trust revert back to a one-week October half term break from 2027 the contractual working weeks would increase to 39 weeks and the salary would increase accordingly. Deer Park School is a new state of the art seven-form secondary school which opened in September 2021. At present there are just under 1,000 students on roll across Year 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11. We are part of the RAISE Education Trust which comprises Deer Park Secondary School, Wildern Secondary School and Boorley Park Primary School. We will have a PAN of 1050 when full. As we embark on our next phase of growth we are seeking to appoint new members to our team to support us on our journey to excellence. We strive to provide an exceptional educational experience for every student. Our values and culture of ambition, excellence, kindness, inclusion and community underpin this vision. As a Senior Learning Mentor, we are seeking candidates who are highly motivated and committed, with excellent communication skills. To coordinate and deliver 1:1 and small group interventions, under the professional direction of a qualified teacher, including planning, preparing, assessing, recording, and reporting on development, progress, and attainment, complement and support the professional work of teachers by developing strategies to support students in the classroom and sharing these with classroom teachers and support and line manage Learning Mentors to develop their support practice. Adaptability is essential as is the capacity to relate well to both students and teachers. A desire to make a difference will be equally valued along with a good sense of humour. Previous experience is required. We would also welcome applications from individuals who are considering entering a career in teaching. We will ensure that the successful candidate has: Comprehensive induction including a dedicated mentor. Continuous professional learning, development and improvement. The opportunity to contribute to raising standards for all our students. Benefits of working for our Trust include: Exceptional team environment where all staff are valued. Excellent Continuing Professional Development with high quality CPD programs. Many opportunities for career progression. RAISE a Hand day: One day per academic year — a fully paid day off to support personal events. Two-week October half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break during the autumn term. Extensive department resources and facilities. A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice. Staff membership rate