Hybrid Learning Mentor: Specialist Supported Employment

Somerset County Council; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS Pension

Hybrid working

Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

Somerset County Council is seeking a Learning Mentor (Specialist Supported Employment) to join the EAH programme. You will work with schools, post-16 providers and employers to strengthen preparation for adulthood and create inclusive pathways into education, training and employment.

The role focuses on safeguarding, SEND support and building employer relations, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements across Somerset.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 4/5 qualification (or equivalent) with English and Maths qualifications.
• Level 4 in Careers Advice or willingness to receive training in this area.
• Understand the challenges faced by children and young people, particularly vulnerable learners and how schools and settings are well placed to reduce these.
• Have experience in education, children's services or a related setting.
• Communicate effectively and manages information accurately and confidentially.
• Be organised, proactive and able to prioritise a varied workload.
• Build strong relationships and work collaboratively with professionals and families.
• Champion inclusion and equal access to learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Work with education settings and professionals to improve attendance, engagement and outcomes for children and young people.
• Collaborate with settings, local teams and professionals to develop and deliver effective support and remove barriers to learning.
• Support education providers to meet the educational and vocational needs of young people, ensuring young people are aware of, and can access, wider learning and development opportunities.
• Attend and contribute to relevant meetings, providing clear advice, guidance and reports on progress, needs and next steps.
• Monitor, record and track intervention progress and outcomes using council systems, producing reports and highlighting risks or concerns.
• Contribute to projects and initiatives that improve education outcomes for children and young people.
• Work in line with statutory guidance, council policies and values, including safeguarding, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Take part in team meetings, training and relevant administrative activity as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 4/5 qualification with English and Maths

Level 4 in Careers Advice or willingness to receive training

Job description

Somerset County Council is seeking a Learning Mentor (Specialist Supported Employment) to join the EAH programme. You will work with schools, post-16 providers and employers to strengthen preparation for adulthood and create inclusive pathways into education, training and employment.

The role focuses on safeguarding, SEND support and building employer relations, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements across Somerset.