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Pastoral Mentor

22 days ago

Plymouth

We are seeking to appoint a Pastoral Mentor to join Plympton Academy. The successful candidate will provide additional pastoral support and intervention alongside the Heads of Year and year group pastoral staff. You will encourage positive values attitudes and good student behaviour including addressing students whose behaviour does not meet the expectations within the school behaviour alongside other members of the pastoral support team you will create and apply intervention strategies for individuals or groups of students to promote the culture of aspire achieve and respect. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to make a difference in the lives of our students and to work within a dynamic and supportive staff team. What you will need to succeed: • Previous experience of working with young people in a school or similar setting., • You will uphold standards around attendance behaviour and progress so that each student can be their best self., • Provide support to students to acquire effective habits to be successful at school and beyond., • Promote positive values attitudes and good student behaviour., • Assist in supporting the welfare and wellbeing of students., • Be committed to work as part of a team who are passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for all of our students We work collaboratively with the best schools locally and nationally so that all teachers continue to thrive and engage in the latest teaching developments and practice. We prioritise good behaviour and strong pastoral support so that learning is disruption-free teachers can teach and students can focus. As a result we are incredibly proud of our students and staff who love the challenge of learning are equipped to achieve their dreams and take pride in their success. The Thinking Schools Academy Trust The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East South and the South West. We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to: • Think about their Thinking, • Be their Best self What our Trust will offer you: • Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels., • Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme., • Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources mentoring and school visits across the Trust., • Training:Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses., • Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers., • TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will bepart of our Staff Recognition Programme with seasonal rewards for all staff., • : Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme., • TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts dental cover Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership., • Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across awide range of categories including holidays cars days out and much more! If you are interested in working in our school benefitting from a supportive network of teachers across our large academy and our Trust and you are keen to progress your career then please apply today! Early applications areencouragedand we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found. To arrange an informal conversation please contact Fay Carder by email:___To arrange an informal conversation please contact Fay Carder by email: We are seeking to appoint a Pastoral Mentor to join Plympton Academy. The successful candidate will provide additional pastoral support and intervention alongside the Heads of Year and year group pastoral staff. You will encourage positive values attitudes and good student behaviour including addressing students whose behaviour does not meet the expectations within the school behaviour alongside other members of the pastoral support team you will create and apply intervention strategies for individuals or groups of students to promote the culture of aspire achieve and respect. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to make a difference in the lives of our students and to work within a dynamic and supportive staff team. What you will need to succeed: • Previous experience of working with young people in a school or similar setting., • You will uphold standards around attendance behaviour and progress so that each student can be their best self., • Provide support to students to acquire effective habits to be successful at school and beyond., • Promote positive values attitudes and good student behaviour., • Assist in supporting the welfare and wellbeing of students., • Be committed to work as part of a team who are passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for all of our students We work collaboratively with the best schools locally and nationally so that all teachers continue to thrive and engage in the latest teaching developments and practice. We prioritise good behaviour and strong pastoral support so that learning is disruption-free teachers can teach and students can focus. As a result we are incredibly proud of our students and staff who love the challenge of learning are equipped to achieve their dreams and take pride in their success. The Thinking Schools Academy Trust The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East South and the South West. We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to: • Think about their Thinking, • Be their Best self What our Trust will offer you: • Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels., • Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme., • Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources mentoring and school visits across the Trust., • Training:Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses., • Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers., • TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will bepart of our Staff Recognition Programme with seasonal rewards for all staff., • : Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme., • TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts dental cover Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership., • Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across awide range of categories including holidays cars days out and much more! If you are interested in working in our school benefitting from a supportive network of teachers across our large academy and our Trust and you are keen to progress your career then please apply today! Early applications areencouragedand we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found. To arrange an informal conversation please contact Fay Carder by email:

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