SEN Mentor

SEN Mentor

Support Young People Through Compassionate, Relationship-Based Mentoring

We're looking for a dedicated SEN Trauma-Informed Mentor to support children and young people across the BCP area through personalised 1:1 mentoring.

Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you'll support learners who may have experienced significant barriers to education and require a consistent, trusted adult to help them build confidence, resilience, and engagement. Many of the young people we work with have SEND, EHCPs, anxiety, or social and emotional needs, and benefit from a trauma-informed approach that prioritises safety, trust, and positive relationships.

This role focuses on supporting the whole child, helping them develop confidence, emotional regulation, and a more positive connection with learning.

• Location: BCP
• Role: SEN Trauma-Informed Mentor
• Start Date: September
• Hours: Flexible
• Pay Rate: £25-£30 per hour
• Type: 1:1 Mentoring

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, including mentoring, teaching, tutoring, learning support, teaching assistant, youth work, or similar roles
• Experience supporting children and young people with SEND
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and relationship-based support
• Ability to build trust and maintain positive professional boundaries
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally across the BCP area

Who You'll Support

You'll work with children and young people who may have:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• ADHD
• Anxiety and school avoidance
• EHCPs and additional educational needs
• Experiences of trauma, disrupted education, or adverse childhood experiences

Your support will help learners feel safe, understood, and more able to engage positively with education and everyday life.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working opportunities
• Competitive rates of £25-£30 per hour
• September start
• Long-term placements available
• Work alongside Local Authorities
• Meaningful 1:1 support with vulnerable young people
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference through trauma-informed practice

Interested?

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