Learning Mentor - SEND

United Response; Torquay; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity organization is seeking a Learning Mentor to support young individuals (aged 16-25) with special educational needs at ROC College in Torbay. The role involves providing tailored educational support and developing life skills while working in various community settings. Ideal candidates will have experience with complex learning disabilities and be adaptable. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package including pension contributions, training opportunities, and wellbeing days.

Benefits

Pension contribution

Travel to work scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Access to free occupational health services

Employee shopping discounts

Fully paid training

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing days

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with complex learning disabilities.
• Ability to work flexibly and travel across the community.
• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) practices.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 16-25 with EHCPs in various community settings.
• Assess student progress and outcomes based on personalized curriculum.
• Provide tailored accessible education content.

Skills

Experience with Special Educational Needs

Patience

Enthusiasm

Creativity

Teamwork

Tools

Proloquo2

Makaton

Job description

Job Title: Learning Mentor

Location: Torbay

Salary: £12.40 per hour

Job type: Full Time, Term Time Only x2 positions available

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Join Our Team as a Learning Mentor at ROC College

Are you kind and caring, with a passion for helping young people achieve their goals?

Would you like a role with variety and a sense of fulfilment, where you can truly make a difference in the lives of young people with a range of needs?

If so, we'd love to hear from you! United Response is looking for friendly, supportive individuals with experience working with those who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to join our education team at ROC College.

Who We Are

United Response is a registered charity, founded in 1973. Our mission is to ensure that individuals with learning disabilities, mental, or physical support needs have the opportunity to live life to the fullest. We support around 2000 people across more than 300 locations in England and Wales, with over 3,600 staff members.

ROC College, a part of United Response, is a specialist college providing person-centred, community-based teaching and learning within Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset. We work with young people aged 16-25 with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from applicants with experience working with individuals with SEND. You should be patient, supportive, enthusiastic, and creative, able to provide accessible education content tailored to our students. Flexibility to travel across the community with students is required. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to further develop their skills and experience in teaching and learning.

The ideal applicant will have the necessary skills to support the development of independence and assist individuals in accessing work experience placements. Experience supporting with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) practice and promoting lifelong learning is essential. A strong understanding of complex behavioural needs is highly advantageous.

We are looking for someone with experience working with individuals who have complex learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge. The ability to work as part of a small team is also crucial. Additionally, the ideal candidate will either have experience with Proloquo2, Makaton, or be willing to participate in training for these communication methods.

What to Expect

As part of the ROC College team, you will support students aged 16-25 with EHCPs to develop life skills in various community settings such as learning hubs, libraries, workplaces, and leisure facilities. You will assess student progress and outcomes, and help provide accredited learning based on a personalised curriculum.

What We Can Offer You

United Response offers a comprehensive benefits package for all employees, including:

• Pension contribution
• Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, and advice services
• Employee shopping discounts and eligibility for the Blue Light Card
• Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications
• 2x basic salary life assurance scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• A collaborative and caring team to support you
• Potential for career progression
• Two Wellbeing days per year because your health matters
• United Response is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

Additional Information

Successful applicants in regulated activity will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

United Response is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to the Mindful Employer values and are a Disability Confident employer, providing support to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you need assistance navigating our website or completing your application, please contact us.

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Learning and Retention Support, Mentor, Learning Mentor, Student Support Mentor, SEND Learning Assistant, SEND Learning Tutor, Learning Adviser, Educator, Special Education Learning Coach, Training Support Officer may also be considered for this role.