SEN Mentor - Cheltenham

Protocol Education; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education support organization is seeking a SEN Mentor to provide one-on-one and group support for children in Cheltenham. In this role, you will help build children's confidence and resilience, working closely with teachers and families to encourage positive development. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and possess strong interpersonal skills. Apply with your CV and cover letter to join this rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training

Assistance for qualifications and training

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children or young people, ideally in an education or mentoring capacity.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored mentoring support to children identified as needing additional help.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage personal growth.
• Help children to develop strategies for managing emotions and social interactions.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Empathetic approach

Ability to build trusting relationships

Job description

Protocol Education are currently recruiting for a SEN Mentor to work within schools in Cheltenham and the surrounding area. We are seeking compassionate, motivated, and reliable Mentors to work directly within education settings to support children who may be experiencing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges.

As a Mentor, you will work one-to-one and in small groups with pupils, helping them to build confidence, develop resilience, and engage positively in their learning journey. You will be a positive role model, empowering children to reach their potential both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored mentoring support to children identified as needing additional help.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage personal growth and self-esteem.
• Work closely with teachers, school staff, and families to ensure consistent support.
• Help children to develop strategies for managing emotions, behaviour, and social interactions.
• Monitor progress and contribute to reports on pupil development.

About You

• Experience of working with children or young people, ideally in an education or mentoring capacity.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

If you are passionate about supporting children and helping them to thrive, we’d love to hear from you, so please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to [e-mail]

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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