1:1 Key Adult / Learning Support Mentor

Randstad Student & Worker Support; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Student & Worker Support seeks a dedicated 1:1 Key Adult / Learning Support Mentor to assist a young person on an EOTAS package. You will work across home and community settings, supporting educational activities and outdoor learning, including train-spotting excursions.

The role emphasizes patient, collaborative mentoring, a valid UK driving licence, and DBS clearance. You will travel with the learner and work closely with therapy specialists to implement strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience with special educational needs including ASD and PDA.
• Patient and collaborative mentoring style.
• Valid UK driver’s licence and car insurance to transport the learner.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Accompany and support the learner across activities such as forest school, workshops, and swimming.
• Facilitate travel to and from activities using your own vehicle.
• Deliver indirect therapeutic strategies designed by Speech & Language, Occupational, and Physiotherapy teams.
• Use self-regulation techniques and a sensory diet to support during moments of anxiety.
• Collaborate with the therapy team and family to ensure smooth handovers.

Skills

SEN experience

ASD experience

PDA exposure

Driver's licence

Tools

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Job Title: 1:1 Key Adult / Learning Support Mentor (SEN / EOTAS)

Location: Bromsgrove / Worcestershire

Pay Rate: £100-£120 per day + mileage

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Key Adult / Learning Support Mentor to support a young person receiving an Education Other Than At School (EOTAS) package. You will build a trusted relationship, supporting educational activities both at home and in the community (including outdoor learning and train-spotting excursions).

Key Responsibilities

• Accompany and support the young person across various activities, including forest school, community workshops, and swimming/leisure visits.

• Facilitate travel to and from activities using your own vehicle.

• Deliver indirect therapeutic strategies designed by Speech & Language, Occupational, and Physiotherapy specialists.

• Implement self-regulation techniques and a sensory diet to assist during moments of dysregulation or anxiety.

• Collaborate and maintain handover communication with the broader therapy team and family.

Requirements

• Experience with Special Educational Needs, specifically Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). (PDA training will be provided).

• Patient, active listener who excels at collaborative, low-demand, and interest-led mentoring.

• Valid UK Driver's Licence with business/sufficient car insurance to transport the young person.

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).