Position: Learning Mentor
Location: North London
School Type: Alternative School
About the Role:
Horizon Teachers is collaborating with an Alternative School in North London to find an experienced Learning Mentor. This role focuses on supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. If you have experience working with children who exhibit challenging behavior, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. You will provide 1:1 support to students with low academic ability, aiding both their academic and social development.
These students have faced challenges in mainstream education and are in need of a positive and supportive learning environment. While most students do not have an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP), many have been diagnosed with ADHD or SEMH. The ideal candidate will join a dedicated team that tailors curriculum delivery and behavioral strategies to meet individual student needs, ensuring the best possible educational outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and group support within the classroom
- Assist pupils with complex needs, Autism, learning difficulties, and severe behavioral challenges
- Monitor and manage pupil behavior
- Encourage and support pupils in their learning and development
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives
- Convenient location in North London with excellent transport links
Why Work with Horizon Teachers:
- Uplifted pay rates after 12 weeks in the role, equivalent to permanent pay
- One of the highest-rated agencies in London, with a 4.8* rating on Google from teachers, support staff, and schools
- Extensive experience working with Early Years provisions and Primary Schools
- Free certified safeguarding course offered to all support staff upon registration
Testimonials:
"I recently started working with Horizon Teachers and must say that it is a great agency. Highly recommended if you are looking to work in the education sector." - 5 Star Review on Google
Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
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