SEN Learning Mentor

TN United Kingdom; Worthing; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

In dieser spannenden Rolle als SEN Learning Mentor in einer einladenden Grundschule in Worthing unterstützen Sie Kinder mit besonderen Bildungsbedürfnissen. Sie arbeiten eng mit Schülern zusammen, um deren Selbstvertrauen zu stärken und emotionale Strategien zu entwickeln. Diese Schule legt großen Wert auf emotionales Wohlbefinden und bietet eine kreative Lernumgebung. Genießen Sie die Zusammenarbeit mit einem unterstützenden Team und profitieren Sie von hochwertigen Ressourcen wie einem Musikstudio und einem Lernbereich im Freien. Bewerben Sie sich jetzt und machen Sie einen Unterschied im Leben von Kindern!

Benefits

Wettbewerbsfähige wöchentliche Bezahlung

Kostenlose CPD- und SEN-Schulungen

Zugang zum myTP-Portal

50 £ Empfehlungsbonus

Flexible Arbeitsmöglichkeiten

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Unterstützung von Kindern mit besonderen Bildungsbedürfnissen.
• Fähigkeit, starke, unterstützende Beziehungen zu Schülern aufzubauen.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 und Gruppenmentoring für Schüler mit SEN.
• Implementierung von Verhaltensunterstützungsplänen.

Skills

Erfahrung mit SEN

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Teamarbeit

Trauma-informierte Praxis

Education

DBS Überprüfung

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SEN Learning Mentor – Full-Time Role (Primary)
Location: Worthing Area
Start Date: ASAP or September Start
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term

Do you have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs and guiding them to reach their full potential? We are working with a large, nurturing primary school in the Worthing area that is seeking a compassionate and experienced SEN Learning Mentor to join their outstanding team.

About the School:
This welcoming and inclusive school has a strong focus on emotional wellbeing and child-centred learning. Recently rated Good in all areas by Ofsted, the school is celebrated as a place where children are known, nurtured, respected, and valued. As one of the only officially designated ‘Thrive’ Schools in West Sussex, it offers a unique and holistic approach to wellbeing and development.

Pupils benefit from a broad, creative curriculum enriched by music, arts, and sport—with opportunities ranging from rock band and dance workshops to outdoor learning in their woodland areas. A full-time family support worker and learning mentor are already embedded in the school, providing a collaborative and caring environment for pupils, parents, and staff.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Be part of a school that puts emotional wellbeing first

Work with children on a 1:1 and small-group basis to support their specific needs

Enjoy access to top-quality facilities including a music studio and woodland learning area

Collaborate closely with a supportive staff team and specialist professionals

Contribute to a school that celebrates individuality, creativity, and diversity

About the Role – What You’ll Be Doing:

As a SEN Learning Mentor, you will work closely with pupils who have additional learning or behavioural needs, including those with EHCPs and social, emotional or communication challenges. You’ll provide consistent support that helps pupils build confidence, develop strategies to manage their emotions, and engage positively with their learning.

Your responsibilities may include:

Providing 1:1 and small-group mentoring to pupils with SEN

Implementing behaviour support plans and emotional regulation strategies

Building trusting relationships with children and acting as a key adult for them

Supporting classroom activities and helping to remove barriers to learning

Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals

Monitoring progress and contributing to pupil reviews and reports

What We’re Looking For:

Experience supporting children with special educational needs (essential)

A calm, nurturing and solution-focused approach

Ability to form strong, supportive relationships with pupils

Good communication and teamwork skills

Understanding of trauma-informed and attachment-aware practice (desirable)

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Benefits of Working Through Teaching Personnel:

Competitive weekly pay, paid directly through PAYE

A dedicated consultant to support you from application to placement

FREE access to CPD and specialist SEN training

myTP portal access for easy timesheet management and job alerts

£50 referral bonus for every educator you refer

Flexible working options and opportunities across a range of schools

Apply Today!
If you're ready to support children in developing the confidence and resilience they need to thrive, we want to hear from you.

Apply now through Teaching Personnel and take your next step as an SEN Learning Mentor in a truly inspiring Worthing school.

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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.
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