Learning Support Mentor, SEMH

Elementa Support Services Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Elementa Support Services Ltd is seeking a SEND Learning Support Mentor for SEMH, trauma and ASC to join an Alternative Education Provision in Staverton. The role runs term-time, 9:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with a start ASAP.

Salary starts at £16.38–£18.52 per hour during the trial period, with potential progression to a permanent post and a £18,000–£22,000 equivalent salary. Applicants should have experience with SEMH/trauma and ASC, and be willing to undertake training such as Team Teach

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with SEMH, trauma and ASC/ ASD.
• Training in Team Teach, PBM, MAPA or THRIVE is advantageous.
• Ability to engage parents and manage behaviour effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an alternative education curriculum to learners.
• Support students with EHCPs in a revolving-door provision.
• Safeguard pupils and contribute to a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff to implement intervention strategies.

Skills

SEMH experience

Trauma support

ASC/ASD understanding

Team Teach

PBM

MAPA

THRIVE

Behaviour management

Job description

SEND Learning Support Mentor - SEMH, trauma, ASC

Type: temp-to-perm

Details: Full time (Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 3:30pm) Term-time only

Location: Staverton, Glos.

Start date: ASAP

Pay: £16.38 - £18.52 per hour during trial period (£18,000 - £22,000 equivalent actual perm salary)

Our client runsanAlternative Education Provision service, serving primary and secondary-aged pupils with EHCPs relating mainly to ASC, SEMH with their main headquarters based in Weston Super Mare. They operate a ‘revolving-door’ offering whereby students stay at the provision for up to 18 weeks, either on a full-time or part-time basis before returning to mainstream education or attending a special school. We are currently recruiting for their Gloucester site which is based in Staverton.

We are seeking applicants with previous experience of having worked with and supported learners with additional needs relating to: SEMH & trauma who may have other needs relating to ASC / ASD. The ideal person will be able to act as a positive role model and deliver an alternative education curriculum. Many of the learners have not engaged in education for a significant amount of time so an individual approach for each child is commonly necessary.If you have already had training in positive behaviour managementsuch as Team Teach / PBM / MAPAand/or THRIVE training we would be particularly interested in hearing from you. If you have practical experience of working with children displaying challenging behaviour and are successful in your application for this post, Team Teach training will be offered free of charge and would be a requirement of the post.

The working day is from 9:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

It would be great to hear from you if you have…

• Experience of working with children who have had to overcome barriers and difficult situations
• The ability to engage parents in supporting children at home by helping to set boundaries and managing behaviour
• The desire to go through training and deliver ideas so that ideascan be implemented.
• Passionate about working with young people in education
• Have a good understanding of what makes an effective intervention strategy
• Are committed to safeguarding young people and helping them overcome difficulties
• Are committed to ensuring students maximise every opportunity to achieve academically and personally
• Are able to work within a dynamic and challenging environment
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills

The role is intended to transfer to a permanent contract upon successful completion of the trial period (60 paid days.) This isa great opportunity for anyone looking fora role which offers training opportunities and to be part of a supportive organisation which has further local expansion plans in the near future.

Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening maybe required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks, satisfactory referencing and application for a DBS Enhanced Disclosure (which may be chargeable at£55.20) unless you have a current DBS on the update service.

All applicants will be promptly responded to.