Job description
Learning Support Mentor
Location: Dorchester
Start Date: December 2024 / January 2025
Contract: Full-time
Salary Scale: £12.82 per hour
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Mentor for a full-time role to join one of our client schools in Dorchester. You’ll be responsible for fostering a supportive environment, where each student can develop both academically and personally. You will work collaboratively with teaching staff to create inclusive learning experiences and help students engage confidently with the curriculum.
As a Learning Support Mentor, you will play an instrumental role in providing tailored support to students with a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, disabilities, SEMH, and SEND.
Responsibilities of a Learning Support Mentor:
- Support students with ASD, ADHD, disabilities, SEMH, and SEND in both classroom and one-to-one settings.
- Foster positive behaviour and engagement through structured interventions.
- Assist in delivering educational plans tailored to each student’s individual needs.
- Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff to track and support student progress.
- Encourage independence, confidence, and a love of learning among students.
Required Qualifications for a Learning Support Mentor:
- Previous experience with ASD, ADHD, disabilities, SEMH, and SEND or in a similar role within an education or support setting.
- Knowledge of SEND and behaviour management strategies.
- Strong communication skills to engage effectively with students and staff.
- A genuine commitment to student welfare and success.
- Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
For more information or to register your interest in the “Learning Support Mentor” role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.