Location: Stroud
Pay: £90-£115 per day + Holiday Pay (12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot)
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term
We're recruiting a Learning Mentor to join a welcoming Alternative Provision in Stroud, supporting Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students who benefit from additional guidance both in and out of the classroom.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, resilient and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence and achieve their full potential.
What you'll be doing
Providing one-to-one and small group mentoring to students.
Supporting students to engage positively with learning and develop confidence, resilience and independence.
Building positive relationships and acting as a trusted role model.
Promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and effective coping strategies.
Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals to support individual learning and behaviour plans.
Helping create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Supporting educational visits and off-site activities where required.
What we're looking for
At least 30 days' experience working with children or young people.
Experience supporting students with additional needs, SEMH needs or challenging behaviour is desirable.
A calm, compassionate and positive approach.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
The ability to motivate, encourage and inspire young people.
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential, as travel between sites and supporting off-site activities may be required.
A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers and succeed.
Why work with Ivy Resource Group?
Weekly PAYE pay.
Refer a Friend Scheme - Know someone looking for a role in education across Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Worcestershire or South Gloucestershire? Refer them to us and earn a reward for successful referrals. Terms and conditions apply.
A dedicated SEN consultant who knows the Gloucestershire education sector.
Honest advice, regular communication and ongoing support.
Long-term opportunities matched to your skills and career goals.
Apply today
If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact while developing your experience in education, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact Esme on (phone number removed) for an informal chat or apply today with your CV.
Ivy Resource Group are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business
Salary description
£85.00 - £100.00 per day