Job Description

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Stephenson (MK) Trust

Bridge Academy

Bridge Academy is a two campus Alternative Provision, part of Stephenson (MK) Trust where we are committed to building a strong foundation within our workforce in order to improve the life chances of each young person within our Academies. Our age range is 11-18 and we have an embedded induction programme and Initial Teacher Training scheme, as well as development within the Trust for support staff as well as teachers. Wellbeing is a high priority for us, for staff and students alike.

Inclusion Mentor - Bridge Academy

1 year fixed term contract

Salary: from Range 3 25,663-27,411 Actual Salary TTO 37 Weeks

Do you want to make a difference to a young person's life in Milton Keynes?

Do you want to help us to build brighter futures?

Are you someone with excellent interpersonal skills, a great listener who is non-judgmental and calm under pressure?
Would you like the chance to be part of an exciting, forward-looking Alternative Education provider, which works in a holistic way?
Would you like to be part of a team that works hard to improve the life chances of some of the most vulnerable young people in Milton Keynes?

We are seeking:

A calm and caring person who will thrive in a busy environment, where conflict resolution makes up a part of everyday.
An individual who can support students in improving their behaviour and behaviour for learning within the academy.

An individual who can support inclusion interventions and line manage associated inclusion mentors.

A passionate leader of young people, who cares about holistic education and is willing to get involved with pastoral concerns impacting on every aspect of each young person's life, as part of the daily routine A mentor with the ability to be creative and use imaginative flair to engage our young people, helping them to be more resilient and access education more effectively. A person skilled in building relationships with everyone, no-matter who they are and what their barriers to learning might be. An understanding individual who can put themselves in other's shoes but also communicate other perspectives, to enhance our students' understanding of the world. A team player, who can work well with staff and students alike and can communicate at the young person's level in a calm and professional way.

Why choose our Trust?

We can offer you:

A welcoming and positive working environment where the wellbeing of both students and staff is a top priority. High quality professional development and support including bespoke CPD. Small class sizes, with the ability to be truly creative, not prescriptive. Progression opportunities across the Trust Free access to holistic treatments as part of our wellbeing policy

Closing date for all applications: Friday 5th September - midday

Shortlisting: Friday 5th September - PM

Interview will take place on: Tuesday 16th September 2025

Please Note Qualification Certificates and Identification documents are required at Interview.

Visits to Bridge Academy are welcomed by contacting:

HR, 01908 889 417 -

shelley.rowland@bridgeacademy.org.uk

Stephenson (MK) Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This commitment to robust Recruitment, Selection and Induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the Trust on its behalf. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is required prior to commencement of this post

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 25,663.00-27,411.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 05/09/2025
Reference ID: INCMENTORBRIG082025