Learning Mentor

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Are you passionate about improving life chances for vulnerable young people?

We are looking for Learning Mentor (Specialist Supported Employment) to join Somerset’s Experts at Hand (EAH) programme within the Supported Employment Team
. These new roles will help schools, post-16 providers and employers strengthen preparation for adulthood, reduce the risk of young people becoming NEET, and create more inclusive pathways into education, training and employment.

Working through training, coaching, consultation and practical support, you will help build the confidence and capability of education settings and partners, particularly in supporting young people with SEND and additional vulnerabilities. You will also help develop employer relationships, inclusive work experience opportunities, supported internships and employment pathways.

This role focuses on strengthening links between services, supporting inclusive practice and helping to remove barriers to participation and progression. We are looking for people with experience in education, SEND, careers, youth support, employment services or related fields who can build strong relationships and influence practice across a range of settings.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a new county-wide approach to preparation for adulthood and supported employment across Somerset.

If you are passionate about inclusion, employment and improving outcomes for young people, we would love to hear from you.

• Work with education settings and professionals to improve attendance, engagement and outcomes for children and young people. This role focus on Key Stage 3 and 4, the risk of young people becoming NEET and Early School Leaving.
• Collaborate with settings, local teams and professionals to develop and deliver effective support and remove barriers to learning.
• Support education providers to meet the educational and vocational needs of young people, ensuring young people are aware of, and can access, wider learning and development opportunities.
• Attend and contribute to relevant meetings, providing clear advice, guidance and reports on progress, needs and next steps.
• Monitor, record and track intervention progress and outcomes using council systems, producing reports and highlighting risks or concerns.
• Contribute to projects and initiatives that improve education outcomes for children and young people.
• Work in line with statutory guidance, council policies and values, including safeguarding, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Take part in team meetings, training and relevant administrative activity as required.

• Holds a Level 4/5 qualification (or equivalent) with English and Maths qualifications
• Level 4 in Careers Advice or willingness to receive training in this area.
• Understand the challenges faced by children and young people, particularly vulnerable learners and how schools and setting are well placed to reduce these
• Have experience in education, children’s services or a related setting
• Communicate effectively and manages information accurately and confidentially
• Be organised, proactive and able to prioritise a varied workload
• Build strong relationships and work collaboratively with professionals and families
• Champion inclusion and equal access to learning opportunities

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