Education Mentor for SEND & Life Skills

SENse Learning; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay: £18–£23 per hour

Flexible working: in-person, hybrid, &

Flexible hours: part-time to full-time

Meaningful work with SEND learners

Pastoral and Pathways Support

Community events and resources

Referral programme

Job summary

SENse Learning seeks compassionate Education Assistants to provide one-to-one mentoring and learning support for SEND learners in homes and community settings. You will work across diverse specialisms, using our EHCP-based curriculum to build confidence and life skills.

We offer flexible hours and in-person, hybrid, and community-based opportunities, with DBS support and a rolling interview process. Join a mission-driven team helping vulnerable students thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with complex additional needs (e.g. ASC, ADHD, SEMH).
• Background in roles such as Support Worker, LSA/TA, or related education/care fields is advantageous.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and working in a child-centered, holistic way.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong, positive relationships with children and young people who may have faced challenges in previous education settings.
• Provide one-to-one support in homes and community settings, delivering creative activities.
• Use trauma-informed approaches and flexible strategies to support diverse needs and track progress.

Skills

SEND experience

Child-centered approach

Trauma-informed practice

Communication

Job description

SENse Learning seeks compassionate Education Assistants to provide one-to-one mentoring and learning support for SEND learners in homes and community settings. You will work across diverse specialisms, using our EHCP-based curriculum to build confidence and life skills.

We offer flexible hours and in-person, hybrid, and community-based opportunities, with DBS support and a rolling interview process. Join a mission-driven team helping vulnerable students thrive.