Student Support Officers (Learning Mentors)

Student Support Officers were previously called Learning Mentors; the roles within school have changed slightly.

What is an SSO?

• A professional person dedicated to working with a range of students in order to help them make the most out of school.
• A friendly listening adult.
• A source of knowledge to assist in a smoother passage through school.

What can a mentor do to help the student?

• Devote time to build one to one relationships.
• Offer support and discuss concerns.
• Help and improve attendance and punctuality.
• Help improve and organise school work.
• Monitor student's progress with the teaching staff.
• Support coursework development to enable full potential.

What are our aims?

• To raise attainment.
• To improve self esteem.
• To improve motivation to learn.
• To improve communication with parents/teachers
• To recognise and celebrate achievement.

Jo Howard
SSO