Student Mentor & Attendance Support Specialist

Henley Bank High School; Malmesbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym discounts

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card Scheme

Teacher Art Pass Scheme

Tusker Car Scheme

Job summary

Henley Bank High School is seeking a dedicated Mentor Support Worker to join the SEND Team. You will provide emotional support, help students overcome attendance barriers, and develop plans to improve outcomes.

As part of a supportive team, you will deliver 1-2-1 and small group mentoring, attend meetings with the SEN department, and maintain accurate records with safeguarding in mind.

Qualifications

• Hold at least 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English at grade C/4.
• Hold at least A Levels or an equivalent Level 3 qualification.
• A relevant qualification in management, working with children and young people, the delivery of alternative education programmes, social work, etc.
• Coaching and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support and guidance to students with barriers to attendance.
• Support the SENCo to identify and address barriers to attendance.
• Develop individualised plans to improve attendance and life skills.
• Attend meetings and prepare progress reports as required.
• Deliver 1-2-1 and small group mentoring sessions and track progress.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring skills

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths and English

A Levels or Level 3 qualification

Management-related qualification (children/young people/education)

Job description

Henley Bank High School is seeking a dedicated Mentor Support Worker to join the SEND Team. You will provide emotional support, help students overcome attendance barriers, and develop plans to improve outcomes.

As part of a supportive team, you will deliver 1-2-1 and small group mentoring, attend meetings with the SEN department, and maintain accurate records with safeguarding in mind.