Location
Reedley Primary School, Reedley Road, Reedley, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 2NE (413 on roll)
Tel: 01282 693688
School website: www.reedley.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Learning Mentor to join our team. Reedley Community Primary School is a two-form entry Maintained Primary School located on the edge of Burnley, Lancashire. Our school has a diverse and inclusive ethos, fostering a supportive community where every child can thrive.
As Learning Mentor, your job will be to:
- ensure that any barriers to learning are identified and overcome.
- work closely with our staff and alongside our children and their families, providing high quality care, advice and support.
- work with children and families across the whole school; from a variety of backgrounds.
- be committed to pastoral care and collaborative working.
We are looking for someone:
- with relevant NVQ level 3 qualification (or equivalent)
- confident when communicating with a variety of professionals in different contexts including face to face meetings.
- who will spend time working with children in their classrooms when required.
- who has experience of working with children and families within EYFS, KS1 and KS2 mainstream school.
- who has experience of nurturing child interaction and behaviour.
- who is resilient, reflective and committed to working as part of a team.
- who consistently has high expectations both for themselves and the children in their care.
- who will ensure our children are supported socially, emotionally and academically to make progress from their starting points.
In return, we offer:
- a warm, positive school culture with high expectations for pupils and staff alike.
- a hardworking, supportive and welcoming staff team.
- delightful children who are well-mannered, engaged and proud of their school.
- supportive and engaged parents.
- a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
- ongoing professional development and career support.
- strong leadership and governance, with clear direction and support.
- an Ofsted rating of 'Good.'
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form.
Essential Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 or above qualification (or equivalent)
- Level 2 or equivalent qualification in
- English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy
Essential Experience
- Experience of working with primary-aged children, including pupils with additional needs (SEND/SEMH/EAL) for a minimum of 3 years
- Experience of working in a relevant classroom environment
Experience of delivering direct one to one mentoring sessions focused on building pupils resilience, self-esteem and social skills
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Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
