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Job Title: Learning Mentor / SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Plymouth, Devon (Primary & Secondary Schools)
Salary: £92.56 - £95.00 per day
Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Contract
Sector: Education / Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Overview: Learning Mentor Job in Plymouth
Are you looking for a rewarding, full-time, long-term Learning Mentor role in Plymouth? We are seeking a compassionate and resilient mentor to support young people who have faced challenges in mainstream education.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work outside traditional classroom settings, utilising community-based learning to help pupils build self-esteem, develop coping strategies, and successfully re-engage with schooling.
Key Responsibilities
- Classroom Re-engagement: Develop personalised strategies to help disengaged young people build confidence and reintegrate into the classroom environment.
- Community-Based Learning: Drive and lead educational visits and activities across Plymouth to promote real-world learning.
- Multi-Agency Collaboration: Partner with parents, carers, social workers, and local agencies to provide comprehensive pastoral support.
- Targeted Interventions: Support pupils across Primary or Secondary phases, depending on your experience and preference.
Candidate Requirements
- Driving License: Full UK Driving License and access to a reliable vehicle (Essential).
- Education: GCSE grade C/4 or above in both Maths and English (or equivalent).
- Commitment: Must be available for full-time, long-term work.
- Skills: Excellent communication, patience, empathy, and strong behaviour management skills.
- Experience: Previous experience working with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health), SEN, or vulnerable youth is beneficial.
Benefits of the Role
- Competitive Daily Rate: Earn between £92.56 and £95.00 per day.
- Job Security: Stable, long-term, full-time contract.
- Flexible Settings: Options for both Primary and Secondary school environments in Plymouth.
- Impactful Work: Directly transform young people's educational journeys.
How to Apply
If you are a driver with GCSE Maths & English looking for a full-time Learning Mentor job in Plymouth, apply today!
- Email: hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk
- Phone: 01293 527416
