What skills and experience we're looking for We are looking to appoint from a variety of backgrounds and work experiences. Your big personality is more important to us than your qualifications, but experience of a lead role in an alternative provision, special school or mainstream is important. You can learn how to fill in forms, what we can’t mould is your authentic commitment to children and families. Applicants will ideally meet the following criteria: • confident • consistent • good sense of humour • good communicator • team player • flexible • thoroughness • patience The successful candidate will have the following base lead responsibilities as they lead the team: • be a positive advocate for our children • be a positive role model for base staff • be the outward face of the base in the community • be the single point of contact at the base • be a member of the middle leadership group – driving improvement • be the lead safe guarder of the premises • be the decision maker on timetables, behaviour strategy, etc • be the coordinator of attendance support and agencies • be the lead ensuring sensitive parental contact and support We are a multi-site school, therefore holding a driving licence would be advantageous. With our multitude of sites, there is an expectation that you will work in any part of Sheffield. What the school offers its staff We can offer our commitment to your professional development and the opportunity to make a very real difference to the lives of our children. Further details about the role Thank you for your interest in the role of Learning Mentor with Base Lead responsibility. This is a very important role in our next steps from Ofsted good to outstanding. At Sheffield Inclusion Centre we support and develop the careers of support staff and these opportunities have been constructed so that we have a strong non-teaching presence in school. You should also include in your application: 1. Your experience of working with vulnerable/disadvantaged children 2. Why you want to work with us and our children 3. Why you think our children would respect and enjoy being with you Commitment to safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.