Education Mentor: One-to-One SEND Support & Growth

SENse Learning; Braunton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible working

Flexible hours

Meaningful work

Pastoral support

Community events

Referral programme

Job summary

SENse Learning is seeking Education Mentors to provide one-to-one mentoring and learning support for young people in need. Mentors work across homes and the community, delivering creative activities and holistic support that goes beyond academics.

This self‑employed role offers flexible hours and a mixture of in-person, hybrid and community-based sessions, with safeguarding and DBS checks required and a mission to empower SEND learners to thrive.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with children or young people with complex additional needs (e.g. ASC, ADHD, SEMH, EBSA, trauma, PDA, mental health)
• Background: suitable for roles like Support Worker, LSA, TA, HLTA, Youth Worker, PA or related care/education background
• Understanding of child-centred, holistic approach; able to adapt curriculum to individual student needs
• Enhanced DBS and 2+ professional references
• Location: UK-based with right to work in the UK (for remote/online roles)
• Safeguarding: knowledge of safeguarding and creating a safe learning environment

Responsibilities

• Develop strong, positive relationships with children and young people facing challenges
• Provide one-to-one support in homes and community settings with creative activities
• Support life skills, confidence and independence development
• Use trauma-informed approaches and flexible strategies for diverse needs
• Model and encourage emotional regulation
• Provide feedback and reflections to track progress and adapt support

Skills

Experience with SEND

Enhanced DBS

Job description

SENse Learning is seeking Education Mentors to provide one-to-one mentoring and learning support for young people in need. Mentors work across homes and the community, delivering creative activities and holistic support that goes beyond academics.

This self‑employed role offers flexible hours and a mixture of in-person, hybrid and community-based sessions, with safeguarding and DBS checks required and a mission to empower SEND learners to thrive.