Learning Mentor/MDSA (Level C)

Job introduction

Paid weeks per year: 47.36 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Actual salary £21,719.30 - £23,182.27

Start date: As soon as possible

We are looking for an individual to join our friendly, supportive team working primarily with our SEND students, helping them to access the national curriculum as well as wider school activities. This is a rewarding role helping young people to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will occasionally be required to work with students with complex needs for which full training will be provided.

About the role

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Passionate about working with pupils with special educational needs
• Able to promote high standards of behaviour and a good work ethos by helping to create a supportive, secure, safe and structured learning environment.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility, resilience and adaptability when faced with a variety of different situations.
• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team.
• Effective communicators: able to foster excellent relationships with children, parents and staff.
• Well organised and have the ability to work on their own initiative.
• Patient, kind and caring with a good sense of humour and a positive outlook.

We will offer you:

• Fantastic children who are genuinely a real pleasure to teach, enjoy school and work hard.
• A happy working environment with a positive and inclusive ethos.
• A strong, committed and collaborative leadership team. 
• Opportunities for training and further development. 
• Support with your Wellbeing

Visits to the school or a phone call about the role are essential to find out more about the school and the position available, please telephone 01273 087513 to make an appointment.

Closing date Midday 24th January 2025

Interviews: Tuesday 4th February 2025 

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office: Ladies Mile Road, Brighton, BN1 8TA, office@patchamjun.brighton-hove.sch.uk 

Website: http://www.patchamjun.org.uk

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.