Learning Mentor

We are seeking to strengthen our school support team through the appointment of a Learning Mentor (TA2b), who will play a key role in both the pastoral care and academic support of our pupils. This role will be primarily based within our secondary phase, although our support staff do work flexibly across both phases. As such, this is an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and develop your skillset across a wider age range. As our department continues to grow, we are particularly interested in applicants who bring a range of skills, specialisms and interests across the curriculum. An interest in supporting English and/or mathematics would be advantageous, as would experience or training in first aid and medical needs. Experience in supporting literacy and numeracy development, alongside strategies to support SEMH and self-regulation, would also be highly beneficial. We welcome applications from candidates with any of these skills or areas of interest - there is no expectation to have them all, and all strengths and experiences will be carefully considered. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to ensure that the holistic needs of pupils are met. Our Learning Mentors build positive, supportive relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues, contributing ideas and strategies that enhance pupils’ wellbeing and promote progress. They also support the planning, delivery and evaluation of learning to ensure high-quality experiences are accessible for all learners. As a Learning Mentor at Ribblesdale, you will: Deliver targeted interventions, including some that may take place before school, and during breaks and lunchtimes. Provide 1:1 and small group mentoring for vulnerable pupils. Have the opportunity to work closely with Pupil Services (including first aid and medical provision) and/or The Bridge (our internal inclusion provision), supporting pupils who may struggle to self-regulate or require short-term time out from mainstream lessons. Engage in ongoing training, including the effective use of educational technology to support learning. Provide in-class support to pupils, working alongside subject teachers to ensure learning is accessible and high-quality teaching strategies are effectively implemented. Take ownership of a specific intervention or area of provision, aligned to your experience and strengths.