College learning support mentor

Axcis Education; Stroud; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is recruiting exclusively alongside a large, well renowned college in Stroud for a full-time Learning Support mentor to start asap. You will provide 1:1 and small group support across various departments, including bespoke spaces and community trips.

Ideal candidates will have SEND experience and a passion for helping learners develop independence and communication. Term-time hours are 09:00–16:30, Monday to Friday, with salary dependent on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young adults with Autism, learning difficulties or SEND.
• Enthusiastic about helping children develop independence, communication and social skills.
• Ability to create a nurturing, inclusive environment tailored to individual needs.
• Patience, adaptability, and passion for working with teens and young adults with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support across classrooms according to learners’ needs.
• Work in state-of-the-art spaces and take part in community trips/projects as needed.
• Support development of independence, communication, social and emotional skills and cognition.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Adaptability

Communication skills

Independence support

Education

Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Learning Support mentor Axcis Education are proud to be recruiting exclusively alongside a large very well renowned and respected college in Stroud who are looking for a full-time Learning Support mentor to start asap and continue full time Monday to Friday 09.00-4.30 until the end of the academic year in the first instance.

About the Role

As a Learning Support mentor in the main college, you will be supporting across different departments and subject areas meaning no two days will be the same and in addition, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to learners across different classrooms dependent on the needs of learners.
• Work within different state of the art spaces such as hair and beauty areas / construction sites and bespoke outdoor provisions as well as going out in the community on trips / projects.
• Help develop skills across the students individual curriculum, including Independence, Communication, Social and Emotional development, Sensory and Physical, and Cognition.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting young adults with Autism, leraning difficulties or other SEND.
• Is enthusiastic about helping children and young adults develop their independence, communication, and social skills.
• Can create a nurturing and inclusive environment tailored to each child’s unique needs and interests.
• Is adaptable, patient, and passionate about working with teenagers and young adults with SEND needs and disabilities.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) are desirable but not essential.

Why Join This Role

• Work in state-of-the-art provisions with an incredible team around you.
• Be part of a team dedicated to providing personalised, high-quality education for children with SEND.
• Access professional development opportunities through Axcis Education.

Working Hours

Full-time, Monday to Friday, term-time only 09.00-4.30

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.