ilearn Mentor Apprentice (Level 3), Leeds

T his is a Fixed Term contract for 18 months (duration of the apprenticeship).

Apprenticeship rates for this post are dependent on age. Please see below for the applicable rates: 

Level 3 Apprenticeship Rates

• Under 18 years  - £15,144 per annum
• 18-20 years        - £19,871 per annum
• 21+ years           - £23,555 per annum

We are the Independent Learning(ilearn) team for Leeds City College, and we are here to support students in developing their independent learning skills and achieving personal goals.
We are looking for an ilearn mentor to join our team as a mentor who plays an integral role in delivering sessions and 121 sessions to students.
We are looking for someone with the experience and the ability to connect with students and provide the best possible service to support their learning and become independent. The impact of the mentors on campus at the moment is paramount in supporting students, coaching tutors, teachers and curriculum.

You will undertake an 18 month apprenticeship, to achieve a level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

• Plan and deliver engaging workshops and support sessions (both face-to-face and online) on topics within the independent learning skills menu.
• Create high-quality, simple-to-use learning resources, induction materials, and guides to help students learn.
• Prepare activities and training sessions that are appropriate and relevant to learner needs.
• Support students in small groups and 1-2-1s to develop their independent learning, digital, and general study skills.
• Actively promote the development of Independent learning skills along with English and maths skills with all students.
• Effectively manage a caseload of students, scheduling appointments via 121 and monitoring their progress using feedback forms and internal systems(ProMon, Navigate).
• Help to maintain a positive, safe, and appropriate environment for all students to study in.
• Support students by maintaining hub-related resources, including books, Chromebooks and e-resources.

• Have the ability to communicate and engage with students and curriculum staff at all levels, ensuring relationships are enhanced and collaborative experiences and opportunities are realised.
• Knowledge and extensive experience of skills building in a student or using all medians.
• Knowledge and experience with Google applications eg. Docs, Slides and Sheets.
• Experience working with colleagues in a cross-departmental / multi-disciplinary delivery role. 
• Experience in influencing and supporting students to achieve the best by stretching and challenging by reviewing progress and achieving improved outcomes.
• Ability to use your initiative and feedback to improve performance and success of our sessions on a 121 basis and in class.

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

Annual leave: 
Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Local Government Pension Scheme
People’s Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities:
Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.

Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa     (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting:  Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities:  Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee / commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.