Learning Coach

Learning Coach
£29,269 to £31,076 pro rata.

Location: Newport.
Hours: 08:00am-15:30pm.
Days: Monday to Friday.
term time only (39 working weeks).

A high achieving secondary school in the Newport area are seeking a Learning Coach to join their student support team. The school are hoping to appoint a Learning Coach that will work closely with pupils who are eligible to free school meals. You will be joining a friendly and supportive wellbeing team, where the aim is to provide a safe and enjoyable school life for pupils who struggle.

The role:

• Work closely with pupils and families to raise attainment of the pupils.
• Responsible for tracking pupils attendance and offering support.
• Assisting pupils with their school work and offering emotional guidance and support.
• Getting to know the pupils and understanding any patterns of absence.
• Liaising with parents, teaching staff and other workers within the wellbeing hub.

About you:

• Excellent communication skills – to all ages and abilities.
• Organised and able to act on initiative.
• Empathetic and supportive.
• Previous experience working with children or vulnerable adults (highly desirable).
• Minimum of A-levels or equivalent.

This role plays a vital part within the wellbeing team. The school are hoping to offer this role to someone who is passionate about the futures of the pupils they are supporting. A lot of the pupils you’d be supporting come from disadvantaged backgrounds and often struggle to see the importance in school and education. The school are looking to appoint a member of staff who has a kind and caring nature, but can also be firm and work closely with pupils with high need.

Apply today by sending your CV.
Interviews will be held in July 2024.

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