LAC Support

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Experience of working

with children or young people in an educational, youth work, pastoral or similar setting.

Experience of

supporting pupils who experience barriers to learning.

Experience of mentoring

An understanding of the academic and pastoral needs of secondary-aged pupils.

An understanding of the importance of positive relationships, consistency and high expectations.

A willingness to develop knowledge and understanding of the specific needs of looked-after and previously looked-after children.

Understanding of safeguarding and the importance of professional boundaries.

KEY

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to build positive, trusting and professional relationships with young people.

A patient, empathetic and non-judgemental approach.

Ability to motivate and encourage pupils who may have low confidence or limited engagement with education.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal sensitively with complex information.

Ability to recognise concerns and follow appropriate safeguarding procedures.

High expectations of pupils combined with a supportive and nurturing approach.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Experience of mentoring

young people.

Knowledge of attachment-aware or trauma-informed approaches.

Experience of

supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.

Relevant teaching assistant, youth work, education or mentoring qualification.