Alternative Curriculum Learning Mentor

This is a unique and rewarding role for someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference to the lives of young people .The role combines a high level of pastoral support, mentoring and relationship-building with academic, vocational and practical learning. The successful candidate will work closely with individual learners to understand the barriers that may have affected their engagement with education and provide the encouragement, structure and opportunities they need to rebuild confidence, develop positive attitudes to learning and recognise their own potential.

A key focus of the role will be to create a supportive, purposeful and aspirational learning environment in which learners feel safe, valued and motivated to succeed. Through strong and consistent relationships, the postholder will help young people develop the resilience, independence, communication skills and positive behaviours needed to participate successfully in education and prepare for adulthood.

The postholder will support the planning and delivery of a varied programme of learning that responds to learners' individual needs, interests and aspirations. This may include academic learning, vocational activities, practical projects, personal development, employability and life skills, alongside opportunities to work towards recognised and accredited outcomes.

The role will encourage learners to explore their strengths and interests and develop skills that have genuine relevance to their future. Learning should be engaging and purposeful, with opportunities for young people to experience achievement and understand how the skills they are developing can support their future choices.

The successful candidate will also play an important role in preparing learners for their next steps beyond school, supporting them to understand the opportunities available through further education, training, apprenticeships and employment. They will encourage learners to become increasingly independent, make informed decisions and develop realistic but ambitious plans for their future.

Working collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral colleagues, families and relevant external professionals, the postholder will contribute to a consistent and individualised approach to each learner's education, wellbeing and personal development.

Ultimately, the purpose of the role is to ensure that every learner has the opportunity to re-engage, experience success, gain meaningful skills and qualifications, and leave school better prepared for a positive and successful future.