Mentor with Mental Health Difficulties. Education & Training

Job Title

Learning Mentor (SEN School)

Sudbury

Headteacher

£90 - £110 per day

Full‑Time, Permanent

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Mentor to join our SEN school team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting students with special educational needs, helping them develop essential skills, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. This role involves working closely with students, teachers, and families to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

• Provide tailored one‑on‑one and group support to students with SEN to promote their social, emotional, and academic development.
• Assist teachers in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and learning strategies.
• Develop and deliver engaging activities that support students’ personal and educational growth.
• Monitor and record students’ progress, behaviour and development, providing regular feedback to staff and parents.
• Foster positive relationships with students to build their self‑esteem, resilience and independence.
• Support students in developing life skills, social skills and emotional regulation techniques.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive environment conducive to learning.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams, parents and external agencies to ensure holistic support for students.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions and ongoing professional development.

• Experience working with children or young people, preferably in a SEN setting.
• Strong understanding of SEN needs and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy, patience and a proactive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 3 Teaching Assistant, SENCO qualification or similar).
• Experience working with specific needs such as autism, ADHD or emotional‑behavioural difficulties.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and policies.

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