Learning Mentor - Nurture SEL & Growth for SEND

Outcomes First Group; Newbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension

Wellbeing

Discounts & Benefits

Cycle to Work

Critical Illness

Family Growth Support

Job summary

New Barn School, part of Options Autism, provides inclusive, nurturing education for autistic children and young people with complex needs across three sites. We deliver personalised learning, therapeutic support, and vocational opportunities tailored to each pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan.

Pupils learn in small, supportive settings that promote confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing. Built on strong partnerships with families, New Barn empowers every learner to thrive and

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above are required.
• Experience as a Learning Mentor or Teaching Assistant or working with children/young people (SEN experience desirable).
• Interest in supporting pupils with SEMH, ASC and additional needs.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to pupils with SEMH and additional needs to help them engage positively in learning.
• Work alongside teaching staff to deliver learning activities that are engaging and personalised.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Contribute to creating a safe, nurturing and structured learning environment.
• Support pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and support positive behaviour development.
• Prepare learning resources and assist with classroom activities.
• Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to support the best outcomes for every pupil.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Learning Mentor experience

SEN experience desirable

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

New Barn School, part of Options Autism, provides inclusive, nurturing education for autistic children and young people with complex needs across three sites. We deliver personalised learning, therapeutic support, and vocational opportunities tailored to each pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan.

Pupils learn in small, supportive settings that promote confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing. Built on strong partnerships with families, New Barn empowers every learner to thrive and