SEND 1:1 Learning Support Mentor

Elementa Support Services; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

An education support service in Devon seeks a SEND 1:1 Learning Support Mentor to support children with SEMH and other needs. The role requires experience with challenging behaviors, and offers a temporary-to-permanent contract. Successful candidates will be provided Team Teach training. This position is perfect for passionate individuals eager to make a difference in education. The working hours are Monday to Friday, from 9:30am to 3:30pm.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children facing difficult situations.
• Willingness to engage parents in supporting their children.
• Desire for training and implementation of new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an alternative education curriculum.
• Provide individual support for each learner.
• Act as a positive role model.

Skills

Experience with children overcoming barriers

Parent engagement

Passionate about education

Understanding intervention strategies

Commitment to safeguarding

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

GCSEs in English and Maths

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above

Job description

SEND 1:1 Learning Support Mentor - Autism, ADHD, trauma, SEMH

Type: Temp-to-perm contract (via 60 day trial)

Details: Full-time (Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 3:30pm)

Location: Stoke Hill, Exeter

Start Date: ASAP

Pay/Salary: £15.38ph - £17.95ph during trial (£18,000 - £21,000 p.a. perm equivalent actual salary)

Our client is a new & expanding Alternative Education Provision, serving primary & secondary-aged pupils with EHCPs relating to SEMH with their Headquarters based in Weston-super-Mare - Elmtree Learning Partnership. They operate a revolving-door offering whereby students stay at the provision for up to 18 weeks, either on a full-time or part-time "transition" basis before returning to a mainstream education setting or attending a special school. The roles available are based on expansion and demand for places.

We are seeking someone with previous experience of having worked with learners that have SEMH and have experienced trauma who may have other needs relating to ASC / ASD. The ideal person will be able to act as a positive role model and deliver an alternative education curriculum. We seek individuals that are skilled in recognising the emotional and educational needs of the learner and who are able to respond to and create appropriate learning activities & opportunities around the needs of individual learners. Many of the learners have not engaged in education for a significant amount of time so commonly, an individual approach for each child is necessary.

If you have already had training in positive behaviour management such as Team Teach / PBM / MAPA and/or THRIVE training we would be particularly interested in hearing from you. If you have practical experience of working with children displaying challenging behaviour and are successful in your application for this post, Team Teach training will be offered free of charge and would be a requirement of the post.

The full-time working day is from 9:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. There will likely be flexible working times & days (part-time) possible within those hours.

What we’re looking for

• Experience of working with children who have had to overcome barriers and difficult situations
• The ability to engage parents in supporting children at home by helping to set boundaries and managing behaviour
• The desire to go through training and deliver ideas so that ideas can be implemented.
• Passionate about working with young people in education
• Have a good understanding of what makes an effective intervention strategy
• Are committed to safeguarding young people and helping them overcome difficulties
• Are committed to ensuring students maximise every opportunity to achieve academically and personally
• Are able to work within a dynamic and challenging environment
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
• GSCEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above

Whilst this role is similar to, it does differ from, a support role in a mainstream school setting, however, if you have experience as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Support worker or similar, we would be interested in hearing from you.

The role is offered on a 60 trial period with the intention to offer permanent contract after successful trial completion. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a role that offers training and progression opportunities within the organisation and to be part of a supportive organisation that has expansion plans in the near future.

This role is not suitable for applicants:

• not currently based within the UK
• requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
• without UK schools experience

Why Work with Elementa?

At Elementa Support Services, we take pride in understanding your career goals and matching you with roles that suit your skills and aspirations. With nearly 50 years of combined education recruitment experience across the South of England and beyond, our friendly, professional team are committed to providing a high standard of service, high standards of vetting and compliance, and ensuring you are supported every step of the way.

All applications will be managed by Elementa as the recruitment partner for this school. Elementa is committed to the safeguarding of children in all of their processes and all successful applicants will have a full prescreen to assess their suitability for the role. Any appointment will be subject to a successful interview process, satisfactory references, Safeguarding & Prevent training, DBS Enhanced Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless you have a DBS subscribed to the Update Service) and successful completion of (12 week / 60 paid day) employment trial period.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up-to-date CV. Please ensure your CV is up-to-date and clearly defines your previous experience. All applicants will be promptly responded to.