SEND Learning Mentor

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Exeter; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Mileage & expenses paid

CPD courses in SEND & safeguarding

Dedicated SEND consultant

Pension scheme

MyTP Work App

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a SEND Learning Mentor in Exeter, Devon to provide personalised 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs in local schools. The role runs full-time during term-time, with hours from 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

The ideal candidate may have SEND experience or be entering education, and should have GCSEs in Maths and English, plus a patient and proactive attitude. A full UK driving licence is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous SEND experience is desirable but not essential.
• Transferable experience from care, youth work, mentoring, or family SEND exposure.
• Patient, resilient, and proactive approach is required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
• GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English are required.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own car are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 mentoring and support to pupils with additional needs.
• Adapt learning strategies to meet individual needs and learning styles.
• Support the implementation of EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour support plans.
• Promote independence, confidence, engagement, and emotional wellbeing.
• Support communication, behaviour regulation, and personal development.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCo, and support staff to ensure consistent support.

Skills

Transferable experience

Patience

Communication skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

SEND Learning Mentor – Exeter Devon

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities on a one-to-one basis? Teaching Personnel is recruiting caring and committed SEND Learning Mentors to provide personalised support to pupils in schools across Exeterand the surrounding areas.

Whether you have previous SEND experience or are looking to begin a rewarding career in education, we would love to hear from you.

Role: SEND Learning Mentor
Pay Rate: £95–£105 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm

As a SEND Learning Mentor, you will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 mentoring and support to pupils with additional needs
• Adapt learning strategies to meet individual needs and learning styles
• Support the implementation of EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour support plans
• Promote independence, confidence, engagement, and emotional wellbeing
• Support communication, behaviour regulation, and personal development
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCo, and wider support staff to ensure consistent support

We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND (desirable but not essential)
• Transferable experience (e.g., care, youth work, mentoring, family SEND experience)
• A patient, resilient, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own car
• A genuine desire to support pupils and develop within education

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer:

• Weekly PAYE pay every Friday – no umbrella deductions
• Mileage and trip expenses paid
• Short-term, long-term, and permanent opportunities
• Free SEND and safeguarding CPD courses
• A dedicated SEND consultant to support you throughout your placement
• £50 referral bonus for educators you recommend
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Clear pathways into permanent roles
• Competitive pay – we’ll match or beat other agency rates
• MyTP Work App to manage bookings and your diary easily

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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