Learning Mentor

Five Education Recruitment Limited; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Five Education is looking for a learning mentor to work in special schools in the Yeovil area to support students who have a range of additional needs including Down syndrome, autism, ADHD, social emotional mental health (SEMH), learning difficulties and more.

The role will be working 1:1 with a student throughout the week. You will provide tailored support to a student with specific educational needs, fostering their academic and personal development. Experience is highly advantageous, but the successful candidate will be compassionate, resilient and comfortable in handling challenging behaviour. This role would ideally suit psychology graduates wanting to learn more about cognitive and behavioral issues or those who have a background in support worker/care assistant. The work won't be too academically focused but primarily ensure the development of their social and regulating emotional skills. You may also need to support them throughout playtime and lunchtime to ensure their safety.

The hours are 8:30-15:30 during term time, full-time is preferred but part-time will be considered. Please note, the roles start ASAP and we are unable to accept sponsorship/skilled worker visas.

Main Responsibilities

1. Support students 1:1 by making the curriculum accessible and changing approaches to make learning fun
2. Always ensure the safety and well-being of students
3. Helping students to develop social skills and self-regulation skills
4. Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and other staff members to address the individual needs of students
5. Encourage socialisation and good behaviour through positive reinforcement and praise

Essential Criteria

1. Have an interest in supporting children/young people, previous experience is preferred
2. Right to work in the UK - we CANNOT accept sponsorship or skilled worker visa
3. Relevant references and DBS/police checks if necessary
4. Able to work 2-5 days a week (term time only), 8:30-15:30

*Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What can Five Education offer you?

• Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme
• Specialist support/mentoring while you are working

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Danielle at. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.

Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.