SEND Study Support Mentor

Bradford College; Bradford; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

West Yorkshire Pension Scheme

Career progression

Free gym facilities

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee assistance service

Staff discounts

Cycle to work

Grove restaurant

Job summary

Bradford College in Bradford is seeking a SEND Study Support Mentor within Disability Services to provide targeted intervention for high needs learners, both in-class and out of class.

You will manage a caseload under the SEND Lead Practitioner, support transition activities and collate data for progress reviews and EHC Plans. This is a term-time, part-time role at 15 hours per week across 38 weeks.

Qualifications

• Qualification at Level 3 (e.g. A Level or NVQ 3).
• GCSE Maths 4–9 or equivalent level 2 qualification; pass test if required and achieve within timescale.
• GCSE English 4–9 or equivalent level 2 qualification; pass test if required and achieve within timescale.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist non-teaching support in-class for high needs ALS learners.
• Provide specialist non-teaching 1:1 support out-of-class to high needs ALS learners.
• Support transitions from local schools to college, deputising at annual reviews where appropriate.
• Support the preparing for adulthood agenda by promoting an aspirational culture in terms of life after college, including further learning, vocational training, employment or independent living.
• Encourage development of independence and personal decision making; liaise with local employers to secure suitable placements.

Education

Level 3 qualification (A Level or NVQ 3)

GCSE Maths (4-9) or equivalent

GCSE English (4-9) or equivalent

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Disability Services department as a SEND Study Support Mentor.

Our SEND Study Support Mentors provide targeted intervention support to high needs students on Further Education (FE) study programmes. This support could take place both in-class and out-of-class.

They will provide study support and be scheduled to work with an identified caseload of high needs learners at the direction of the SEND Lead Practitioner. They will support transition activities in and out of college. They will collate information from a range of sources and share this with colleagues to aid the evaluation of progress reviews and annual reviews of EHC Plans.

This is a term-time role working 15 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing specialist non-teaching support in-class for high needs ALS learners as identified by the local authority and assessed by the SEND and ALS department.
• Providing specialist non-teaching 1:1 support out-of-class to high needs ALS learners.
• Working with local schools to support the transition of SEND students into college, deputising attending annual reviews where appropriate.
• Supporting the preparing for adulthood agenda by promoting an aspirational culture in terms of life after college, including further learning, vocational training, employment or independent living, in line with desired EHC Plan outcomes;
• Encouraging the development of independence and personal decision making where appropriate;
• Liaising with local employers and organisations to secure suitable placements in conjunction with the curriculum team.
• Carrying out a detailed job analysis of potential placements to ensure suitability for individual students.
• Providing on-the-job support to students in integrated work settings to encourage them to become competent and independent.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

Education & Training

• A qualification at Level 3 (e.g. A Level or NVQ 3)
• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale

Experience

• Substantial experience in supporting students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties in post-16 education.
• Experience working with Education Health and Care Plans and other forms of disability related evidence.
• Knowledge of a variety of techniques to support the learning of students and experience of implementing these.
• Awareness of EHC Plans and their use within post-16 education
• Ability to write reports and summarise key information.
• Experience of mentoring/buddying a colleague.
• Knowledge and experience of safeguarding issues is desirable but not essential

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on the level of interest and number of applications, so early application is advised.

Please note that if you are successful and accept a role, any other ongoing applications for other roles with us will be withdrawn automatically.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, as a Disability Confident employer, where required, we will make reasonable adjustments to your interview to ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff. We are implementing policies, resources, and awareness initiatives to ensure everyone feels valued and supported through every stage of life.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

• Generous annual leave entitlement - equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
• West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities - 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel - cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.