Job Description

Langshott Primary School is a popular, over-subscribed school in Horley, Surrey. We are looking to appoint a Learning Mentor (Teaching Assistant) to support pupils either in a whole class situation, one to one with pupils with Special Educational Needs.

We offer a beautiful setting, with excellent facilities, supportive staff and enthusiastic children. We are committed to inclusive practices, the achievement of high standards and working in close partnership with parents and the community.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

To work as a Learning Mentor and support pupils to ensure their needs are being met. 8.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday, term time only. (Surrey school term dates) To support pupils' development and promote independence in a safe and secure environment, employing strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance. To encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others. To observe, record and support the development and progress of pupils to identify individual needs and difficulties and to feed back to pupils in relation to their progress and achievement. To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom. To meet the physical/medical needs of the pupil according to their individual care plan whilst encouraging independence wherever possible. Medical needs include the administration of medicines by mouth or other medical procedures provided appropriate training has been given by an appropriate person. To oversee and participate in pupils' break and lunchtimes to ensure everyone is happy and safe. To extend and stimulate language through conversation.

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred). Applicants will need a good level of Maths and English in order to be able to support pupils with their work.

Safeguarding Statement

Langshott Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We cannot just accept a CV, applicants will be asked to complete an application form, this is so we satisfy safer recruitment regulations for schools.

If you are passionate about education and making a difference in the lives of children, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From 18,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 32.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 03/09/2025