Learning Support Mentor

Role Overview

Five Education is looking to recruit a Learning Support Mentor in Cheltenham. As a support mentor, you will have

TYPE=HTML opportunity to work closely with identified children and young people, encouraging them to learn and challenge themselves. The children have a diagnosis of Special Education Needs (SEN) such as autism or ADHD and/or mental health challenges. They will need extra help at school in the lessons and at break and lunchtimes. The role will also require personal care, including toileting.

Experience is not necessary, but a can‑do attitude, resilience and proactiveness are essential. You will need to be available 8:30‑15:30. This work is term time and full time only. Please do not apply if you cannot work Monday to Friday.

• Supporting 1:1 in class or in small groups
• Help pupils to remain focused
• Build a strong relationship with the pupils and teaching staff to ensure that the pupils are achieving their potential

• Be empathetic, kind and patient
• Have a right to work in the UK (a valid visa)
• Two recent references covering the last 2 years
• Relevant DBS/Police checks, or willing to obtain
• Non‑Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willing to have one processed at a cost of £62.70 (refunded after 20 days of work)

• Free specialist training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
• Free DBS (refunded after 20 days)
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Specialist support/mentoring while you are working

Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Pay rate is for illustration and includes holiday pay.

Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people ikinci. Successful applicants will undergo reference checks, TRA checks and need a DBS. An interview will also be necessary.

We welcome and encouragedepth applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under

Representation.

To find out more, please contact Danielle at 0117 422 6167 or email  We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out whether this role is suited for you.