Sen Inclusion Support Mentor

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate SEN Inclusion Support Mentor to join a specialist school in the Trafford area. You will provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex needs and partner with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams to deliver personalised learning.

The role is full-time but term-time only, with competitive weekly pay through Teaching Personnel and opportunities for CPD.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or vulnerable individuals in education or related settings.
• Genuine interest in SEND and inclusive education.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support students during classroom learning, intervention sessions and enrichment activities.
• Promote inclusion and ensure all pupils can engage fully in school life.
• Assist with communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and behavioural development.
• Support EHCP targets and individual learning plans.
• Encourage independence, confidence and self-esteem.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams to deliver outstanding support.
• Apply positive behaviour strategies to support engagement and learning.
• Assist pupils with personal care where required.
• Record observations and contribute to pupil progress reviews.
• Maintain safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times.

Skills

SEND experience

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding

DBS Update Service

Job description

SEN Inclusion Support Mentor

Location: Trafford
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive weekly pay through Teaching Personnel

Be the Difference That Changes a Child's Future

Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and motivated SEN Inclusion Support Mentor to join a highly respected specialist school in the Trafford area. This outstanding provision supports children and young people aged 2-19 with a wide range of complex needs and is known for its inclusive ethos, exceptional facilities, and commitment to helping every pupil achieve their full potential.

The school supports pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), physical disabilities, sensory impairments, complex medical needs, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing, engaging, and highly personalised learning environment where students are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, communication skills, and lifelong learning abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support students during classroom learning, intervention sessions, and enrichment activities.
• Promote inclusion and ensure all pupils can engage fully in school life.
• Assist with communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and behavioural development.
• Support the implementation of EHCP targets and individual learning plans.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and self-esteem.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to deliver outstanding support.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to support engagement and learning.
• Assist pupils with personal care where required.
• Record observations and contribute to pupil progress reviews.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals in education, care, youth work, support work, residential care, or similar settings.
• A genuine interest in SEND and inclusive education.
• Strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions.
• Dedicated consultant support from an experienced education recruitment specialist.
• Free and discounted CPD training, including Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, Safeguarding, Team Teach, and Mental Health courses.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent employment.
• Flexible pathways into specialist education and career progression opportunities.
• Access to a large network of SEN and specialist provisions across Greater Manchester.
• Pension contributions and wellbeing support.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.