Mentor, Bilingual, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

Responsibilities

• The Support Mentor will be responsible for facilitating optimal engagement, participation and achievement of learners within Stockman House and work placements.
• To develop and demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the requirements of Bryson programmes
• To provide and coordinate individualised support to learners who experience acute, complex or enduring difficulties or barriers affecting full participation on programme
• Undertake assessment to identify learner needs and develop an individual action plan
• To source suitable work placements liaising with the Placement Team and follow up with review visits
• To respond to, support and refer learners as appropriate, who are deemed vulnerable or at risk
• Actively contribute to the development and enhancement of the holistic support provision
• Support individuals to fully participate and progress in all aspects of programme components
• Decide on appropriate interventions including where an urgent response is required and liaise closely with Learning Support Team
• Work closely with and support the Safeguarding process within Bryson Pathways
• Determine, deliver and monitor reasonable adjustments and support requirements in agreement with learner, parent/guardian and Learning Support Team
• Monitor and track progress of learner journey
• Monitor, record and track attendance liaising with Learning Support Team
• Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with Bryson Pathways Data Protection Policy
• Liaise with all relevant staff in relation to learner best interests

• Educated to GCSE level and hold Grade C or above (or equivalent) English and Maths
• A minimum of one-year previous experience working with young people and vulnerable adults in an education or training setting in a similar role.
• IT Proficient with use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) or similar applications
• A satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment.