Alternative Provision Learning Mentor, Brighton

A fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, positive and forward-thinking individual to make a real difference to the life chances of young people.

We are looking for dynamic, child centred applicants for this key position within in our Inclusion Team.

·        As a Learning Mentor in our Bridge and KS3 Alternative Provision, you will be working at our on-site alternative provision hubs, supporting and enabling students with behavioural needs to reach their full potential.

Salary Scale for this role: LGA Scale 5 Point 13 (£28,163-£30,060 FTE), Actual Salary £25,650 per annum.

Working hours: 37 hours per week 8am-4pm Monday-Thursday / 8am-3.30pm Friday, term time only, paid for 47.36 weeks per year.

Contract: Fixed Term until 31st August 2025.

Located on the outskirts of Brighton, Patcham High is vibrant, proud and successful. We have an unshakeable faith in the power of education and want the very best for all our students. The school is values driven and inclusion sits at the centre of all that we do. We do not turn our back on any child.

In joining Patcham High, you will find a creative and supportive culture within a school that is hugely aspirational. We place great importance on positive relationships, teamwork and a can do attitude. We believe that we are at the cutting edge and, with exciting challenges ahead, this is a fantastic time to join the school.

We offer a generous pension scheme, staff discounts available through the school, travel to work and cycle to work schemes, gym membership, CPD opportunities and more.

We welcome applications from individuals who are determined to make a difference.

To apply please complete the application form in full which can be downloaded form from the school’s website https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/schoolinformation/vacancies/   and email to the Headteacher’s PA, Elise Holmes eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk If you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit please contact Elise, either by email or by telephone (01273 543484).

Patcham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. We are open to flexible working.

We reserve the right to interview on application should a suitable candidate become available and we have the right to withdraw this advert prior to the closing date.

The closing date for applications: Tuesday 17th December at 11am

Interviews – Thursday 19th December