SEN Outreach Community Mentor

SEN Community Outreach Mentor
Location: High Wycombe
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and helping them re-engage with education? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Community Outreach Mentor to work with students who require an alternative approach to learning outside of a traditional classroom environment.
This is a unique opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and those from Alternative Provision (AP) backgrounds.
About the Role As a Community Outreach Mentor, you will support a small caseload of up to five students, delivering education and mentoring within community-based settings such as libraries, learning hubs, and other suitable locations.
You will provide engaging and personalised learning across a range of subjects, helping students build confidence, develop essential skills, and achieve positive educational outcomes.
This role combines elements of teaching, tutoring, mentoring, and pastoral support, making it ideal for individuals who enjoy building meaningful relationships and adapting their approach to meet individual student needs.
Working Hours: Approximately 9:00am - 3:00pm (subject to confirmation closer to start date).
Key Responsibilities
Deliver tailored lessons in English, Maths, and Science up to GCSE level.
Provide 1:1 and small group educational support within community settings.
Build positive and trusting relationships with vulnerable young people.
Support students with a range of SEND needs, including Autism, ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and learning difficulties.
Develop individualised learning plans to support academic progress.
Monitor, record, and report on student engagement and achievement.
Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, families, and external professionals.
Promote attendance, wellbeing, resilience, and personal development.
Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.The Ideal Candidate
Experience working with young people with SEND and/or Alternative Provision backgrounds.
Confident teaching or tutoring English, Maths, and Science up to GCSE level.
Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
Teaching qualification, tutoring experience, youth work, mentoring, or SEN support experience would be highly desirable.Essential Requirements
Full UK Driving Licence.
Access to your own vehicle for daily travel between community locations.
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
Right to work in the UK.Why Apply?
Opportunity to make a lasting impact on vulnerable young people's lives.
Highly rewarding role with significant autonomy and variety.
Small caseloads, allowing for meaningful and personalised support.
Supportive educational environment focused on student wellbeing and success.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and personally, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this rewarding SEN Community Outreach Mentor opportunity in High Wycombe