Senior Learning MentorSalary 26,515 - 29,856 (actual salary) Location: Manchester Hours: Monday to Friday 8.45am - 3.45pm (term time only)Start date: As soon as possible Meridian Business Support are working on behalf of an educational establishment who provides full time education for pupils who are permanently excluded, at risk of permanent exclusion or are otherwise unable to access a mainstream curriculumTheir aim is to match provision closely to the needs of individual children and young people referred to them by schools, academies or the local authority. The school is looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic individual to undertake the role of Senior Learning Mentor.Role responsibilitiesYou will be required to provide support for pupils in a variety of situations, with most of the time supporting learning. A large percentage of their pupils have additional needs which may present as a barrier to their learning.All their pupils have additional needs, with behaviour the most significant barrier to learning.A proportion of our student have Educational Health Care Plans.You will provide support in addressing the needs of pupils who require help to overcome barriers to learning via mentoring sessions and a range of diagnostic assessments.You will engage with students and families following permanent exclusion from mainstream and develop an understanding of the needs and vulnerabilities of each young person.Compilation of accurate reports which contribute to centre ..... full job details .....