SEN/SEMH Learning Mentor

Academics Ltd; Stroud; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Stroud is seeking a SEN/SEMH Learning Mentor to support children with additional needs in a welcoming classroom.

You will provide one-to-one support, help run engaging sessions, and assist with behaviour management. A caring, patient approach and a willingness to learn are essential.

Term time only role starting ASAP, daily rate £95-£105, paid weekly; DBS check required or willingness to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is valuable.
• A relevant degree such as Psychology is desirable but not required.
• Patience, empathy and adaptability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to learners with SEN/SEMH needs.
• Run engaging sessions to create a fun, inclusive learning environment.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviour and promote positive choices.
• Support classroom conversations and encourage progress toward goals.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Adaptability

Willingness to learn

DBS check readiness

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

SEN/SEMH Learning Mentor

Are you interested in special education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity where you can support young children? Are you kind, caring and nurturing? If you're passionate about making a difference and feel that you could help to encourage, motivate, and support children with additional needs to reach their full potential then this Mentor role is for you!

Role Details:

• Location - Stroud
• Salary: £95 - £105 per day paid weekly (DOE)
• Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30am - 3:30pm)
• Start: ASAP

Contract: Term Time onlyA Special Needs Setting in Stroud are looking for a caring and nurturing mentor to join their friendly team! The setting supports children with various additional needs, including Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder, those with lower cognitive abilities and complex learning needs. Therefore, if you are patient, understanding and up for a challenge then you will be perfect for this role!

As a Mentor, your daily duties will involve supporting learners whilst providing one to one support. You will help run exciting sessions to help make the classroom a fun and happy learning environment. You will also help manage any challenging behaviour that occurs, and encourage all students to make positive choices.

Experience working with children or vulnerable adults would be really helpful. This could be professional or personal experience, such as having a family member with additional needs. A relevant degree, such as Psychology or Criminology, would also be desirable. However, passion and enthusiasm come first!

Key Qualities Academics is seeking:

• A caring, patient, and adaptable approach.
• A genuine passion for helping children with SEN succeed.
• Experience working with children is beneficial but not essential.
• A willingness to learn and take on training opportunities.
• An enhanced DBS check (Or willingness to apply for one).

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy