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Transform Lives as a Learning Mentor! Learning Mentor Position - Plymouth. Are you passionate, resilient, and driven to make a tangible difference in a young person's life? Join our dedicated team as a Learning Mentor in an alternative provision academy. We provide a highly supported, personalised learning environment for students who are unable to attend mainstream education. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to work one-on-one with students aged 5 to 16, helping them overcome complex issues, re-engage with their education, and build a brighter future.
Job Responsibility:
Provide personalised support to students, addressing both behavioural and academic challenges
Help students develop crucial coping strategies and life skills through engaging activities and weekly trips
Offer academic assistance and support for students' emotional well-being
Collaborate with families to help create a stable home environment that supports the student's learning and behaviour
Requirements:
Resilient with a strong desire to make a positive impact
Previous experience working with young people, especially those with challenging behaviours
GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent experience
An understanding of school safeguarding and digital literacy
A full driving licence is preferred (due to the nature of the role)
Nice to have:
ability to track progression in attainment
background in youth work
behaviour management
building relationships
classroom management
communication
de-escalation techniques
empathy
experience in administering medication
experience in managing challenging behaviour
experience with autism spectrum disorders
experience with learning difficulties
experience with social emotional mental health
inclusiveness
manual handling
marking
mentor experience
personal care experience
planning
resilience
restraint training
speech and language therapy experience
CACHE level 1 or 2
CACHE level 2 or 3
early childhood studies degree
health and social care experience
health and social care qualifications (NVQ)
HLTA
NVQ level 2
NVQ level 3
NVQ level 4
What we offer:
Supportive coaching and training to help you succeed
Bespoke contracts to accommodate personal availability
Wellbeing Afternoon once every half term
Opportunity to attend your child's special events (where possible)