SEND Mentor / teaching assistant

SEND Learning Mentor – Alternative Provision School

Ashton Keynes or remote working in Swindon part time \- Mon \- Weds
£12,042 \- £16,056 actual salary (dependent on experience) term time only \- 39 weeks a year
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Mentor to join our alternative provision setting, supporting young people with a range of additional needs. This role involves working closely with students who may display challenging behaviours and have needs such as ADHD, Autism, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) difficulties.

You will play a vital role in helping students re\-engage with education, build confidence, and develop positive coping strategies within a safe, nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs


• Build strong, positive relationships with young people to support engagement and trust


• Support students in managing behaviour and emotions using a therapeutic approach


• Adapt learning and activities to meet diverse needs and interests


• Work collaboratively with staff, families, and external professionals


• Contribute to a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment

About You
We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with young people with SEND, particularly those with ADHD, Autism, and challenging behaviours


• Takes a therapeutic, trauma\-informed approach to supporting young people


• Is calm, adaptable, and resilient under pressure


• Has excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships


• Is proactive, patient, and empathetic

Desirable Skills \& Experience
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience or skills in:

• Outdoor learning or forest school


• Music therapy or creative arts (art therapy, drama, etc.)


• Land\-based skills, horticulture, or animal care


• Home cooking skills

What We Offer

• A supportive and forward\-thinking team environment


• Opportunities for professional development and training


• The chance to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives


• A dynamic and varied role where no two days are the same

If you are passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers and achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a short statement outlining your experience and approach to working with young people with SEND.

What We Offer

• Flexible working to suit your availability


• The chance to make a genuine impact in a supportive and dynamic setting


• Opportunities to bring your own passions and skills into your work

If you’re motivated to inspire, mentor and support young people to achieve success in a way that works for them, we’d love to hear from you.

We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our safer recruitment process to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people

Job Type: Part\-time

Pay: £20,070\.00\-£26,760\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexitime


• Free parking


• On\-site parking

Application question(s):

• Have you experience working with young people with SEND, particularly ASD, ADHD, EBSA?

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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