Child Mentor

Location: Woodingdean

Child Mentor – SEND Schools

Location:

Brighton & Hove
Pay: £340–£360 per week

Hours:

8:30am – 3:30pm (Monday–Friday, Full Time)
DBS Requirement:
Child Only Enhanced DBS

Teaching Personnel are working closely with SEND schools across the Brighton & Hove area and are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join us as Child Mentors.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support both primary and secondary aged pupils with ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) and ADHD. You will play a vital role in helping pupils thrive both academically and emotionally within a structured school environment.

The Role:

Provide 1:1 and small group support

Use effective de-escalation techniques to manage behaviour positively

Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils

Act as a positive role model within the classroom

Support pupils’ social, emotional, and learning development

We’re Looking For:

Patient, resilient, and empathetic individuals

Experience working with children or young people (preferred but not essential)

Confidence supporting pupils with ASC & ADHD

Full-time availability (Monday to Friday)

A Child Only Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

Competitive weekly pay (£340–£360)

Consistent full-time hours (8:30am–3:30pm)

Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

If you’re passionate about supporting young people with SEND and want to be part of a supportive and impactful school community in Brighton & Hove, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to start your journey as a Child Mentor.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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