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Learning Mentor
VILLERS PARK EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Learning Mentor
Competitive
VILLERS PARK EDUCATIONAL TRUST, Swindon
- Part time
- Permanent
Full Job Description
Villiers Park Scholars Programme Learning Mentor
£18,000 - £19,400 pro rata
Job Purpose:
To develop a personalised and supportive relationship with a group of Year 10 to Year 13 students
with high academic potential from under represented backgrounds participating in the Villiers Park
Scholars Programme. The programme objective is to maximise their academic potential, enabling
them to gain access to a leading university or other centre of excellence and to have developed the
life and study skills needed to thrive once there.
Line Management:
Regional Scholars Programme Manager
Core Responsibilities:
* To develop one-to-one mentoring relationships with students identified as Scholars, meeting them on
a regular basis to discuss progress according to termly objectives
* To set realistic targets and implement strategies that reflect Scholars' abilities, strengths and stretches,
with the objective of raising attainment, aspirations and self-esteem
* To develop, organise and attend cross-phase Scholar and peer group meetings
* To record and monitor the progress of Scholars and to liaise with teachers on a termly basis to ensure
that school/college and Scholars Programme progress are compatible
* To maintain clear and consistent expectations of Scholars whilst in school/college or attending
outreach activities
* To help develop, organise and attend outreach activities that are part of the Scholars Programme,
ensuring students routinely access these events
* To participate in training and the sharing of best practice opportunities with other Scholars
Programme teams
* To undertake other duties which may be necessary to achieve Programme objectives
Personal qualities:
* Interest in provision for students with high academic potential
* Commitment to equality of opportunity among the targeted students
* Enthusiasm to engage with young people in the 14-19 age range
* Ability to challenge and motivate effectively whilst maintaining good relationships
* Receptiveness to continuing professional development and the sharing of expertise
Skills:
* Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently
* Good communication skills across a range of audiences in addition to the contact with Scholars, to
include report writing, liaison with school staff, presentations
* Ability to assess Scholar needs and monitor progress
* Literacy including computer literacy, numeracy, and sound time management
Knowledge and Experience:
* An understanding of how schools/colleges operate and an awareness of national 14-19 educational
issues
* An awareness of current issues concerning applications and attendance at university, ideally with
recent personal experience of studying or working at a university
* Experience of one-to-one peer support or mentoring
* Experience of organising group activities and using time efficiently to plan and manage programmes of
the highest quality
Other criteria:
* Minimum qualifications at level 3 (A-level) but with degree level study strongly favoured
* Driving licence and own transport (car)
* Able to accompany and supervise individuals and groups of Scholars on residential and local activities*
* Some flexibility in working hours to suit the post requirements
* Please note: The selected candidate will need to provide a DBS check - this can be processed by
Villiers Park Educational Trust
Interested?
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