SEN Learning Mentor for Complex Needs | Independence

Tradewind Recruitment; Flackwell Heath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Learning Mentor for a specialist SEN provision in High Wycombe to support pupils aged 7-19 with complex cognitive, communication, sensory and physical needs. The role focuses on developing independence, communication and practical life skills beyond academic progress, with established strategies such as SCERTS and Intensive Interaction.

You will work alongside teaching staff to build trust, support learning participation and help reduce barriers to learning in

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils with complex cognitive, communication, sensory and physical needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships and support independence.
• Willingness to follow established SEN strategies and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to pupils.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage communication and interaction.
• Support participation in learning and activities.
• Reinforce agreed strategies and interventions.
• Encourage independence and choice.
• Support pupils with sensory and emotional needs.
• Assist with physical and practical activities.
• Help reduce barriers to learning.
• Contribute to a calm and safe environment.
• Work with teachers and other professionals.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication skills

Pastoral support

Interpersonal skills

Patience and resilience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Tools

SCERTS approach

Intensive Interaction

Attention Autism

Low Arousal

Little Wandle Phonics

Rebound Therapy

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Learning Mentor for a specialist SEN provision in High Wycombe to support pupils aged 7-19 with complex cognitive, communication, sensory and physical needs. The role focuses on developing independence, communication and practical life skills beyond academic progress, with established strategies such as SCERTS and Intensive Interaction.

You will work alongside teaching staff to build trust, support learning participation and help reduce barriers to learning in