We are seeking to appoint a Learning Mentor, this is an exciting opportunity for anyone who has a passion for education and wants to make a positive difference in the lives of young learners.

The hours of work will be 33.5, Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8.30am - 4.00pm, Wed 8.30am - 4.30pm, term time plus 5 inset days (39 weeks).

We are looking for people who:

Are passionate about learning as learning is at the heart of everything we do

Want to inspire young learners to be the best they can be

Believe teamwork is vital to be successful

Lead by example

Have an eye for details that matter

Are prepared to take their turn in taking the lead

Are intuitive and positive thinking

Have a real desire to join the Castleman Trust and help build an inspiring learning community where all thrive and are successful

The school will offer all successful applicants:

• A thriving, successful school
  
• A school committed to your continuing professional development
  
• The support and expertise of our experienced and established team
• Training will be provided as appropriate
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

The Application Process

Please ensure a full work history is completed including any gaps in employment and two referees are given. Please note Ferndown Middle School does not accept CVs in place of an application form. Incomplete application forms will not be shortlisted.

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Safeguarding

The Castleman Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the Person Specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, an online search on shortlisted applicants, satisfactory references and a health check.

Online Search on Shortlisted Applicants

As outlined in KCSIE 2024, we are now required as part of our shortlisting process to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence. If you are shortlisted for the role an appropriate online search will be undertaken on your name(s). Any information given will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation to the post for which you have applied.

Queries

If you have any queries on any aspect of the application process or need additional information, please contact Michele Shield on 01202 876556 or email mshield@fernmid.dorset.sch.uk

Visits to the School

If you would like to visit the school, please contact the school office to arrange an appointment. To gain a greater understanding of our school values, curriculum offer and premises, please visit our school website.