Learning Mentor

Bright Futures; St Helens; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate learning mentors to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing tailored support to pupils with Autism and sensory processing disorders in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of these challenges and the ability to foster meaningful relationships with students. With comprehensive training provided, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children. Join a team that values professionalism and dedication, and contribute to creating a safe and supportive educational atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils with Autism and sensory processing difficulties.
• Professional manner and ability to build effective relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom to meet individual needs.
• Ensure safeguarding and promote well-being of vulnerable pupils.

Skills

Understanding of Autism

Ability to build relationships

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Relevant training or experience in education

Job description

Ash Meadow School is a non-associated Independent Specialist school based in Sutton Manor, St Helens. Our aim is to provide a child-centered and individualised education to pupils with Autism and other sensory processing disorders in a calm and safe environment.

The Role

We are seeking to appoint some highly motivated, enthusiastic, and caring learning mentors to work within our successful and hard-working team.

Reporting to the Senior leadership team, the post holders will undertake all general day-to-day activities with pupils in the classroom to meet their individual needs. The role must ensure that our vulnerable pupils are securely safeguarded at all times and their well-being is promoted to the highest possible standard.

We are looking for people who ideally have a good understanding of Autism and sensory processing difficulties, who are highly professional in their manner that can build very effective relationships with pupils in sometimes challenging and demanding environments. The ability to work effectively as part of a team or individually to meet the specific needs of our pupils is a must. You will need to have the initiative and desire to undertake a range of specialised support activities concerned with the education of pupils and general duties to support the operation of the service. Comprehensive induction training will be provided.

Hours of Working

37hrs per week - Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm. There will be an occasional requirement to stay till 5pm on a Wednesday for internal training. Annual leave will be taken during school closure periods.

How to apply

You can email: [e-mail] for an application form and job description, or telephone [phone] and she will answer any questions for your convenience. Successful applicants will be required to have a DBS disclosure, two satisfactory references, and a Health Check.

Further information

Our website address is: www.brightfuturescare.co.uk