The Vacancy

Exciting Opportunity! This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join our exceptional [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] team as a founding staff member at our brand-new independent specialist school in Salford. Building on the success of our two highly regarded, non-associated, independent specialist schools in St Helens and Lymm, we are expanding our high-quality educational offer across the North West. Our mission is to provide a pupil-centred, personalised education for pupils aged 5-19 with Autism, learning difficulties, and other sensory processing disorders. We provide a calm, nurturing and safe environment where every child feels valued, supported and a true sense of belonging. Our educational vision is to “awaken the potential” of every child and young person.

The Role

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a meaningful difference and improving outcomes for all pupils. As a (Senior) Learning Mentor, you will: Play a key role in creating a positive and supportive learning environment; Provide tailored, individualised support to pupils; Encourage the development of essential life and learning skills; Support pupils to reach their full potential. Working under the direction of the Class Teacher, you will undertake all general day-to-day activities with pupils in the classroom, ensuring every pupil's individual needs are met.

About You

We are looking for people who: Have a strong understanding of Autism and sensory processing difficulties; Demonstrate a calm, confident and professional approach; Can build effective and enduring relationships with pupils, colleagues and families; Thrive in environments that can be challenging yet highly rewarding; Are able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team; Show initiative and a genuine desire to support specialist educational provision. You will play an integral role in supporting both pupils and the wider school community, undertaking a range of learning support and general duties. A comprehensive induction and training programme will be provided to support your success in the role. You must demonstrate that you meet all of the essential experience, knowledge and personal qualities criteria on the person specification, using practical examples, as a minimum.

Why Join Us?

You will: Be at the forefront of establishing an innovative specialist provision in the North West; Work within a supportive, collaborative environment where professional development and staff wellbeing are genuinely prioritised; Receive a competitive salary with opportunities for career progression as the school grows. Please note: annual leave must be taken during school closure periods. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All appointments are subject to satisfactory, rigorous pre-employment checks, which includes, but is not limited to, social media screening, references, health clearance and enhanced DBS checks. If you are passionate about making a lasting impact and want to be part of something truly meaningful from the very beginning, we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date

Closing date: Friday 5th June (we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications). Interviews: Week commencing 15th June (anticipated to be Thursday/Friday). Applicants are strongly encouraged to arrange a visit to the School ahead of interview. Looking for a rewarding role in SEN education? For more details about the role, contact Reece Greenwood (Headteacher): [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. For queries regarding the application process or to arrange a visit, please contact Emi Chiu (Business Manager): [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

The Company

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.

Benefits

• Flexible working
• Pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• State of the art IT equipment
• Volunteer days

Documents

Education Brochure - Download
Job Description & Person Specification - Download