Learning Support Mentor

TeacherActive Limited.; Ramsey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Inclusive education environment

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Learning Support Mentor for a further education college in Huntingdon. The role is permanent, part-time with immediate start, supporting students with EHCPs and a range of learning needs.

You will work alongside teaching staff to adapt resources, provide learning and personal care support, and help students develop independence in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEND / Special Educational Needs.
• Experience providing personal care and supporting students with health needs.
• Understanding EHCPs and safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work with teaching staff to support students with EHCPs and learning needs.
• Provide learning and personal care support and adapt resources as required.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with therapy interventions under supervision.

Skills

SEND / learning support

Personal care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

EHCP awareness

Education

Qualifications in Learning Support or Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Mentor
Location: Huntingdon
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £24,577 - £25,192 per annum (pro rata)

Are you a passionate Learning Support Mentor who is committed to helping young people with additional learning needs achieve their full potential?

Do you have experience supporting students with learning difficulties, disabilities, or health and personal care needs?

Are you patient, adaptable and dedicated to promoting independence and inclusion within education?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a further education college based in Huntingdon, supporting students with a wide range of learning difficulties and disabilities, including Autism / ASD, physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, and communication difficulties. The college is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where students are empowered to develop their independence, build confidence and achieve their individual learning goals.

The college is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Mentor on a permanent, part-time basis, with an immediate start available. The successful Learning Support Mentor will work alongside teaching staff to support students with their Education, Health and Care Plans / EHCPs, provide learning and personal care support, adapt classroom resources, maintain accurate records and assist with therapy interventions under professional guidance.

The successful Learning Support Mentor will have:

• Relevant qualifications in Learning Support, Health and Social Care, or a related field are desirable

• Experience supporting young people with SEND / Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

• Experience providing personal care and supporting students with physical or complex health needs

• An understanding of EHCPs, safeguarding procedures and inclusive learning practices

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively alongside teaching staff and external professionals

• A patient, flexible and compassionate approach, with a commitment to promoting student independence

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• The opportunity to work within an inclusive further education setting

• The opportunity to make a positive difference to students with additional learning and personal care needs

• A dedicated TeacherActive consultant to support you throughout the recruitment process

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.