Flexzo Teach | Support Mentor
Looking for flexible Support Mentor work with local schools without going through an agency?
Flexzo Teach is a platform that connects education professionals directly with educational settings for short-term, long-term and permanent opportunities. We’re building local talent pools in Scunthorpe and inviting Support Mentors to register.
Why join Flexzo Teach?
- Complete control over your schedule and availability.
- Establish your own daily or hourly rates with full transparency.
- Say goodbye to agency middlemen and payroll deductions.
- Connect directly with alternative provisions with no middleman.
- Lead non-traditional learning and support young people who benefit from specialized care.
Roles & Responsibilities
As a Support Mentor in an Alternative Provision setting, you will play a vital role in guiding students who require tailored educational and emotional pathways. You will:
- Work closely with session leaders to deliver impactful learning activities, ensuring resources are accessible and tailored to individual student needs.
- Act as a trusted, positive role model, offering a safe space for students to talk, share concerns, and feel heard.
- Implement trauma-informed and positive behavior support strategies to help students navigate stress, anxiety, or frustration in real-time.
- Keep students motivated and focused on their tasks using creative, personalized encouragement and a high level of resilience.
- Help young people close learning gaps while simultaneously building essential life skills, teamwork, and social confidence.
What you’ll need:
- Previous mentor experience, youth work experience, or a strong relevant background supporting young people with complex needs (e.g., SEMH, SEND).
- Right to work in the UK.
- An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to obtain one).
- A Level 3 qualification, relevant youth work/mentoring certifications, or equivalent hands-on experience in an educational or care setting.
How it works:
Once registered, your profile is visible to schools who can contact you directly for work and interviews.
Be part of a more flexible and transparent way of working in education.
Upload your CV and get started today!