
Learning Support Mentor
- Bournemouth
- £68.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Bournemouth
Pay Rate: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentAre you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with additional needs? Join a dedicated school community as a Learning Support Mentor in Bournemouth and help students thrive every day.About the School: The school is a Good Ofsted-rated school which provides a safe, inclusive, and innovative learning environment for children aged 4 to 16, with a strong focus on individualised support and emotional well-being. We specialise in helping students with needs like - ASD, ADHD, and SEMH through personalised mentoring, practical tutoring, and engaging, real-world activities. Our experienced staff create flexible learning experiences both in and out of the classroom to build confidence, life skills, and a love for learning. Physical Education and sensory-based learning play key roles in supporting mental and physical health. With a strong safeguarding framework and close collaboration with families, we ensure every child feels supported to grow academically, socially, and emotionally.About the Role: As a Learning Support Mentor, you will provide personalised guidance and support to students, helping them develop social, emotional, and academic skills while fostering confidence, resilience, and positive behaviour.Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small-group mentoring to pupils with ASD, ADHD, and SEMH, supporting their academic progress, emotional well-being, and social development.
- Assist in delivering personalised learning activities both inside and outside the classroom, encouraging engagement through practical, sensory, and real-world experiences.
- Promote positive behaviour, resilience, and self-confidence by modelling strategies and supporting pupils in managing challenges effectively.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to adapt learning plans, ensuring consistency and tailored support for each child’s individual needs.
- Encourage participation in physical education, outdoor learning, and life-skills activities to support holistic development and well-being.
- Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, or SEMH in educational or care settings.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding practices and the ability to maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all pupils.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
- Ability to adapt teaching and mentoring approaches to meet individual learning styles and emotional needs, both in and out of the classroom.
- Resilience, patience, and a proactive attitude, with a commitment to promoting well-being, independence, and life skills development.
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
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