Job Introduction
At William Lovell Academy, a rich and varied curriculum, superb teaching and exceptional pastoral care, all ensure that we have a thriving, successful and popular academy. We are seeking a Wellbeing Mentor to join our team.
The successful candidate will contribute to and support the development of students’ social, emotional and mental health needs in order to enable effective teaching and learning alongside effective safeguarding.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- To identify and work with vulnerable students in need of social, emotional and mental health intervention
- To perform in the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
- To research, plan and deliver 1-2-1 mentoring/support sessions with identified pupils on a range of subjects that may be hindering individual learning.
- To research, plan and deliver group sessions/workshops with identified pupils on a range of subjects that may be hindering their learning.
- To develop and implement personalised action plans for groups and individual pupils based on a comprehensive assessment of their strengths, needs and strategies for overcoming barriers to learning
- To work and liaise with internal and external agencies as and when required to ensure that appropriate channels are available to students and parents
- To support students and teachers in developing restorative approaches to positive learning behaviours
- To coordinate and procure external PSHE and RSE provision
- To publicise PHSE, RSE, SMSC and British Values related information and key messages
- To support with school trips, including administration
- To support transition support opportunities, including primary liaison, year 5/6 days and tours
- To identify and work with students and their parents to improve attendance rates
- To provide classroom intervention support when required
- To ensure that safeguarding, behaviour and attendance records are maintained and that school systems and procedures are followed
- To investigate in school incidents and summarise findings
- To supervise students during unstructured times, supporting student wellbeing, including at the start and end of the school day, as required
- To conduct parent/student meetings as required and support in the coordination of parents’ evenings
- To be proactive in dealing with any issues relating to attendance or punctuality.
- To supervise students receiving internal exclusion placements
- To support with first aid/medical provision across the academy
- To promote positive values, attitudes and good student behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encouraging students to take responsibility for their own behaviour
- To arrange and attend meetings with families and agencies, chairing TAC meetings, PSP meetings and producing accurate papers after
- To communicate effectively with all appropriate staff to ensure all are aware of vulnerable children’s needs
Other
The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post. Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the postholder
- The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with LAAT Equal Opportunities policies
- The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the LAAT Health and Safety policies and procedures
All employees need to be aware of the possible abuse of children and vulnerable adults and if you are concerned you need to follow the Academies’ Safeguarding Policy. In addition, employees working with children have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of during the course of their work
To play a part in the application of Health and Safety procedures of the academy, including reporting concerns to STEM Cluster Lead
It is expected that all Staff will play a full and active part in the general life and activity of the Academy
For an informal discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact enquiries@williamlovell.laat.co.uk
To apply please go to https://thelaat.co.uk/opportunities/
Closing date: 27/03/25.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS. The successful candidate will contribute to and support the development of students’ social, emotional and mental health needs in order to enable effective teaching and learning alongside effective safeguarding
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
