Youth Engagement Mentor

This role will be working with learners with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs and/or a diagnosis of Autism. This is a fantastic school which puts the learners at the forefront of everything they do.

Our partnered school is looking for a driven Youth Engagement Mentor that wants to deliver in an extremely engaging setting. This an exciting & dynamic role that requires individuals to think on their feet & deliver nurturing pastoral support, while benefiting from an exceptional profesional development programme.

The Behaviour Team at the school plays a huge part in the students’ success and your efforts in this role enhances their development immensely. This role will provide support for students who are struggling to fully engage in education or have mild learning difficulties in KS2, KS3 and KS4, you will support the students either 1:1 or in small groups.

The ability to communicate effectively with students, staff & parents is imperative in ensuring that effective pastoral support is provided for all pupils. Previous experience working with young people facing barriers to learning will be advantageous for the role, but not essential.

There are roles to commence in either May 2024 or September 2024.

The Role:

• Working with a small class of children to support their time in education
• Be able to adapt to the needs of the child in lessons and assist them in their school day
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage the children to stay on task
• Clarifying and explaining any questions or instructions given to the pupil

Requirements:

• Experience working with people with learning difficulties
• Experience in a SEN education setting is ideal
• Team Teach training is desirable but is something that Engage can provide you with
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to take one out

About us:

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• £50 'Refer a Friend’ bonus Amazon Voucher
• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

How to apply:

You can apply or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally-recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2-4 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.

All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance provided.

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