Trauma-Informed Learning & Attendance Mentor

Leicestershire County Council; Ryde; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a creative, flexible, trauma-informed practitioner to support pupils facing barriers to learning in and out of school. You will inspire students, raise engagement and help them achieve high attendance rates within small group settings.

The role requires excellent communication, empathy and the ability to collaborate with school staff and external agencies. A DBS enhanced check is required; flexible/hybrid working options may be available.

Qualifications

• BTEC National/NVQ Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (or NVQ Level 2 with relevant experience)
• Experience working with pupils with special educational needs
• Experience supporting pupils with low attendance or delivering interventions
• Experience working with external agencies
• ICT for routine purposes
• Ability to engage with a wide range of young people and staff

Responsibilities

• Teach and deliver pupil interventions, including planning and evaluating their effectiveness.
• Support reintegration by running programmes for individuals or groups to build knowledge and confidence.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and external agencies to set reintegration targets and inform parents, tracking progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Trauma-informed approach

ICT proficiency

Education

BTEC National/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a creative, flexible, trauma-informed practitioner to support pupils facing barriers to learning in and out of school. You will inspire students, raise engagement and help them achieve high attendance rates within small group settings.

The role requires excellent communication, empathy and the ability to collaborate with school staff and external agencies. A DBS enhanced check is required; flexible/hybrid working options may be available.