SEND Mentor

Monarch Education; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Monarch Education is seeking a SEND Mentor to support learners with additional needs through personalised, community-based learning programmes. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to build confidence, independence, and social skills, delivering activities across community learning, fitness, cooking, and creative projects.

The role focuses on learners with SEND and SEMH, including those who have experienced trauma or EBSA.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with SEND or SEMH.
• Ability to work 1:1 and in small groups.
• Ability to engage learners through practical activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to learners.
• Deliver activities to develop confidence, independence, social skills and emotional wellbeing.
• Lead community-based learning, fitness, cooking and creative projects.
• Support learners to achieve targets in their EHCP.
• Encourage positive social interaction and communication skills.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Resilience

Relationship-building

Creative approach

Student engagement

SEND/SEMH awareness

Job description

SEND Mentor – Alternative Provision

Location: NG19
Hours: Flexible / Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities

Monarch Education is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Mentor to support children and young people with additional needs through personalised, community-based learning programmes.

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy taking learning beyond the classroom and can build positive relationships with young people who may be disengaged from education.

About the Role

You will support learners on a 1:1 and small-group basis, delivering engaging activities designed to develop confidence, independence, social skills and emotional wellbeing.

Sessions may include:

• Community-based learning and enrichment activities
• Fitness and physical activity sessions
• Cooking and life skills development
• Creative projects and practical learning experiences
• Support with engagement, confidence and self-esteem
• Encouraging positive social interaction and communication skills
• Supporting learners to achieve targets outlined within their EHCP

Learners You Will Support

• Young people with SEND needs
• Learners with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
• Pupils who have experienced trauma
• School refusers and emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA)
• Young people requiring alternative approaches to education
• EHCP learners requiring personalised support

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Calm, patient and resilient
• Able to build strong, trusting relationships
• Creative in their approach to engaging learners
• Passionate about helping young people succeed
• Confident supporting young people with SEMH and SEND needs