Wellbeing Mentor
William Lovell Church of England Academy, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE22 8AA15 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
27 March 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
11 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Pastoral, health and welfare
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 32.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £29,930.38 - £21,955.95 (£26,409 - £29,093 FTE)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Job Description
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 alongsideeffective 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 barriersto 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 Opportunities - LAAT
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.
What the school offers its staff
We are on an aspirational journey under experienced and ambitious leadership.
Our vision is to be the best version of ourselves in an environment designed to be rewarding, stimulating, and challenging so that students can actualise their potential. Our strong community creates a place of opportunity which allows its students to flourish, find expression, build strength of character, and make positive decisions when faced with adversity. This is guided and discovered through a rich pastoral system which makes a real difference to students lives.
Our alumni progress onto prestigious pathways that lead students access university, apprenticeships, and impressive chosen careers, contributing significantly to the world.
We are dedicated to building opportunities for all students to not only achieve the highest academic standards but also ensure that their unique personality, talents, and interests are nurtured and developed to the full. There is a synergy between developing a well-rounded individual and a strong academic record; students maximise their potential when nurtured in a positive and enriching learning environment.
Changes to, and investment in, the physical building and the environment saw us recruit some fantastic new members of teaching and support staff. All this, combined with William Lovell's distinctive Christian ethos and strong sense of community, mean that the future is very exciting for students at the school.
Our broad and balanced curriculum is complemented by an extensive range of enrichment activities such as creative arts, sports, music, student leadership and academic master classes, amongst many others.
As a Church of England school, our underpinning values, which are deep-rooted in the Christian story, are the driving force of our academy. They resonate through everything we do, creating an inclusive culture where all faiths are valued, everybody is shown and receives Respect, Truth is modelled and encouraged, Generosity is given without expectation to receive, Forgiveness is practised, and Justice is demonstrated.
Commitment to safeguarding
The LAAT 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.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About William Lovell Church of England Academy
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 327 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- William Lovell Church of England Academy website
- Email address
- enquiries@williamlovell.laat.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01205480352
At William Lovell Church of England Academy, we strive to create an inclusive atmosphere with a family-feel, where strength of character goes hand in hand with academic achievement.
Every person is valued within our school. We empower and challenge all, encouraging and building one another up to become the best version of themselves.
Our aim is for all pupils and to have the widest possible life choices and we hope to inspire every member of the community to have a positive impact on the world around them. We trust that they have the power to make a difference.
Arranging a visit to William Lovell Church of England Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@williamlovell.laat.co.uk.
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