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Behaviour Mentor – Learning Mentor – Mental Health – Trauma – Dorking

Would you like to work with young people who need support with their social, emotional mental health? Are you looking for some progression from a learning support role? If so, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

The School: Behaviour Mentor – Learning Mentor – Mental Health – Trauma – Dorking

The school is based in Woking and provides support for children aged 9-16 years who have a range of learning and behavioural needs due to social, emotional and mental health challenges. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details their specific needs in terms of the care and support they will have access to. The school provides a safe learning environment for children who suffer with high levels of anxiety which can result in a lack of focus and challenging behaviour.

The school is undergoing a transformation and are looking forward to their brand new, state of the art building and facilities. With that in mind, it’s a really exciting time to join.

What is involved: Behaviour Mentor – Learning Mentor – Mental Health – Trauma – Dorking

  • Providing assistance and supervision for children’s behaviour during the school day and supporting their learning and participation in class
  • Working 1-1 with students to help them learn ways of managing and controlling their own behaviours
  • Recognising behaviour triggers and helping to de-escalate challenging situations
  • Working with a class, a small group or individual learners, both inside and outside of the classroom
  • Encouraging the development of social skills and supporting students’ individual needs
  • Helping to build confidence and motivation
  • Participating in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a team
  • Supporting regulations pertaining to safeguarding

What is required: Behaviour Mentor – Learning Mentor – Mental Health – Trauma – Dorking

  • An Undergraduate Degree, ideally in a relevant subject such as Psychology or Criminology
  • Prior experience as a learning support assistant/mentor in a school setting, ideally for challenging students
  • Knowledge and/or a keen interest and understanding of the range of different types of learning and behavioural needs
  • Good general education levels in English and Maths – A Levels are preferable
  • A co-operative working style and a proactive approach to solving problems
  • Good interpersonal and communication skill and a caring attitude

Summary:

  • Behaviour Mentor – Learning Mentor – Mental Health – Trauma
  • £90 to £120 daily rate (5-day week – 8.30am to 4.00pm)
  • January 25 start, or sooner for those that are available.
  • Apply via this advert or call Ben Mason on for more details.