Student Mentor - SEND Support & Growth (Bristol)

TESOL International Association; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Student Mentor in Bristol and South Gloucestershire to support pupils with SEND through one-to-one and small group interventions. The position runs from September on a long-term basis in specialist schools, focusing on engagement, wellbeing and educational outcomes.

Candidates with TEFL/TESOL or youth leadership backgrounds are encouraged to apply, using transferable skills such as communication, motivation and relationship-building to help learners build confidence

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people through education, TEFL/TESOL, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching or other relevant support roles.
• Experience supporting young people with SEND, SEMH, behavioural needs or barriers to learning is desirable.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to adapt their approach to meet individual pupils' needs.
• A patient, resilient, empathetic and proactive approach.
• A willingness to support pupils with their educational, social and emotional development.

Skills

Experience with children

SEND experience

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Adaptability

Patience and empathy

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking a Student Mentor in Bristol and South Gloucestershire to support pupils with SEND through one-to-one and small group interventions. The position runs from September on a long-term basis in specialist schools, focusing on engagement, wellbeing and educational outcomes.

Candidates with TEFL/TESOL or youth leadership backgrounds are encouraged to apply, using transferable skills such as communication, motivation and relationship-building to help learners build confidence