SEND Learning Mentor: Empower Youth to Thrive

United Response; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization in the United Kingdom seeks a Learning Mentor to support young individuals aged 16-25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at ROC College. Responsibilities include mentoring, developing life skills, and assessing progress in diverse community settings. Applicants should have experience with SEND and flexible working is required. This role provides a sense of fulfillment and the opportunity to positively impact young lives.

Benefits

Pension contribution

Cycle to work scheme

Employee shopping discounts

Fully paid training

Wellbeing days

Qualifications

• Experience working in a supportive educational role is essential.
• Must have the ability to assist in developing independence for students.
• Familiarity or willingness to learn communication methods like Proloquo2 and Makaton.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 16-25 with EHCPs in community settings.
• Assess student progress and provide accredited learning.
• Help students access work experience placements.

Skills

Experience with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) knowledge

Ability to provide accessible education content

Teamwork

Flexibility to travel

Education

Experience supporting individuals with complex learning disabilities

Tools

Proloquo2

Makaton

Job description

A leading nonprofit organization in the United Kingdom seeks a Learning Mentor to support young individuals aged 16-25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at ROC College. Responsibilities include mentoring, developing life skills, and assessing progress in diverse community settings. Applicants should have experience with SEND and flexible working is required. This role provides a sense of fulfillment and the opportunity to positively impact young lives.