Senior Learning Mentor (HLTA) at Deer Park School

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Senior Learning Mentor (HLTA) - 34.25 hours per week, 8.15am -4.15pm Monday to Thursday and 8.15am - 3.30pm Friday, term time only (38weeks). Grade D - Step 1 Actual Annual Salary £21,560.49 (which is equivalentto a full-time salary of £27,779).

As part of our commitment to staff wellbeing RAISE Education Trust istrialling a two week half term break 19th to 30th October2026. Following this trial, should the Trust revert back to a one-week Octoberhalf term break from 2027 the contractual working weeks would increase to 39weeks and the salary would increase accordingly.

DeerPark School is a new state of the art seven-form secondary school which openedin September 2021. At present there are just under 1,000 students on rollacross Year 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11. We arepart of the RAISE Education Trust which comprises Deer Park Secondary School,Wildern Secondary School and Boorley Park Primary School. We will have a PAN of 1050 when full.

As we embark on our next phase of growth we are seeking to appoint newmembers to our team to support us on our journey to excellence. We strive toprovide an exceptional educational experience for every student. Our values andculture of ambition, excellence, kindness, inclusion and community underpinthis vision.

As a Senior Learning Mentor, we are seeking candidates who are highlymotivated and committed, with excellent communication skills. To coordinate anddeliver 1:1 and small group interventions, under the professional direction ofa qualified teacher, including planning, preparing, assessing, recording, andreporting on development, progress, and attainment, complement and support theprofessional work of teachers by developing strategies to support students inthe classroom and sharing these with classroom teachers and support and linemanage Learning Mentors to develop their support practice. Adaptability isessential as is the capacity to relate well to both students and teachers.

A desire to make a difference will be equally valued along with a goodsense of humour. Previous experience is required. We would also welcomeapplications from individuals who are considering entering a career inteaching.

We will ensure that the successful candidate has:

• Comprehensive induction including a dedicated mentor.
• Continuous professional learning, development and improvement.
• The opportunity to contribute to raising standards for all ourstudents.

Benefits ofworking for our Trust include:

• Exceptionalteam environment where all staff are valued.
• ExcellentContinuing Professional Development with high quality CPD programs.
• Manyopportunities for career progression.
• RAISE a Handday: One day per academic year - a fully paid day off to support personalevents.
• Two-weekOctober half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break duringthe autumn term.
• Extensive departmentresources and facilities.
• A taxefficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice.
• Staffmembership rates to our modern Leisure Centre at Wildern School.
• Enrolment inone of the UK's largest public sector pension schemes.

If you currently work in a school,please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher.

Please submit your application assoon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closingdate. Closing Date: Midday, Friday 15th May 2026.

Disclaimer:due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right toclose a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applicationsthat meet the criteria. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to considerfurther applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible toavoid disappointment.

RAISEEducation Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share thiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practicesreflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject toDisclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.