Learning Mentor

Salary: £Competitive dependent on experience

Start date: 27/01/2020

Application closing date: 31/01/2020

Contract Type: Full-Time (Permanent)

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Salary – Competitive dependent on experience

Start date – 27th January 2020

Work pattern – Full-time

Contract – Permanent

Closing date –  31st January 2020

Location – Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy, Victoria Park Rd, London E9 7HD

Interview dates – TBC

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Background

The Mossbourne Federation is the realisation of Sir Clive Bourne’s dream to provide the children of Hackney with an outstanding education. Since 2004 the Federation has nurtured Sir Clive’s dream by fostering kind, courteous, hard-working and well-rounded learners by providing an outstanding education based on the core values of ‘Excellence’, ‘No Excuses’ and ‘Unity’. Through upholding these core values, Mossbourne will be the first academy federation whose schools are without exception, exceptional.

The Federation’s calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field and academically. All learners, regardless of ability, benefit from the innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning within The Mossbourne Federation.

The Mossbourne Federation comprises four academies: Mossbourne Community Academy (secondary and which includes The Mossbourne Federation Sixth Form), Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (secondary), Mossbourne Parkside Academy (primary) and Mossbourne Riverside Academy (primary).

Located in the London 2012 Olympic Park, at Mossbourne Riverside Academy (MRA) we continue to build on The Mossbourne Federation ethos of exceptional education for all of our pupils. With learning at the heart of everything we do MRA continues to raise expectations and achievement in Hackney and its neighbouring boroughs; we believe that all pupils can fulfil their true potential. Our pupils receive great lessons, enjoy a vibrant curriculum and have access to world-class sporting facilities. Our outstanding teaching staff provide pupils with a happy and caring learning environment, with high expectations for behaviour and manners throughout the academy.

About Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy

At Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) we continue to build on The Mossbourne Federation ethos to provide an exceptional education for all pupils in our care. With learning at the heart of everything we do, MVPA continues to raise expectations and achievement in Hackney and its neighbouring boroughs with the belief that all students can fulfil their true potential. Our staff deliver excellent lessons; our pupils enjoy a vibrant enrichment programme and have access to debate, speech making and presentation training through our oratory specialism. Our excellent teaching staff work in a rewarding environment where everyone pulls together for the same thing; the best possible deal for our pupils.

About the role

The role involves supporting students with special educational needs, including those with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder. The successful candidates will be committed to the safeguarding of all students. They will be well organised, willing to go the ‘extra mile’ and will be focused on the attainment of all students. They will support the corporate responsibility for the well-being and discipline of all students in the academy.

The successful applicant will be passionate about raising aspirations and helping children reach their full potential. They will be enthusiastic, innovative and a flexible team player, having the ability to build effective relationships with students and families. The Learning Mentor will provide support for students across the academy. They will take the responsibility for mentoring students as designated by the Head of SEN Inclusion and Pastoral Team, including students who are not on the SEND Register

Federation staff are rewarded through access to a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

To view the full job description for this role, please click here: Learning Mentor JD

  • First rate professional development
  • NQT training programme
  • Season Ticket Loans
  • MossBike – Cycle to work scheme
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Employee Assistant Programme
  • Corporate Gym Membership
  • Discounts at local restaurants
  • Recruitment Applicant Awards
  • The Mossbourne Allowance (conditions apply)

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.

Please note that CV’s or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered, however, only those that are shortlisted will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

 

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