SEN Youth Mentor (Secondary)
| Posting date: | 07 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £100 to £120 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 July 2025 |
| Location: | Lambeth, London |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 179033 |
Summary
Location: Lambeth, South London
Start Date: Immediate or September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Daily Rate: £110 - £120 (depending on experience)
Make a Real Difference - Support, Empower, Inspire
Are you passionate about helping young people thrive?
A forward-thinking secondary school in Lambeth is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Youth Mentor to join its supportive team. This full-time opportunity is ideal for someone with a background in youth work, education, or SEN support who is ready to make a meaningful impact. The role offers a temp-to-perm pathway, with the option to start immediately or in September 2025.
As a SEN Youth Mentor, you will provide vital support to students with a range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health), and general learning difficulties. Working closely with teaching staff and the SEN team, you'll play a key part in helping students access learning, manage their emotions, and build essential life skills.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group mentoring sessions
Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group mentoring sessions
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Support students with emotional regulation and classroom engagement
Support students with emotional regulation and classroom engagement
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Assist in implementing and reviewing EHCPs and support plans
Assist in implementing and reviewing EHCPs and support plans
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Promote confidence, independence, and positive social interaction
Promote confidence, independence, and positive social interaction
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Track progress and contribute to student reports
Track progress and contribute to student reports
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Collaborate with SENCOs, teachers, and the pastoral team
Collaborate with SENCOs, teachers, and the pastoral team
We're looking for someone proactive, empathetic, and resilient-someone who believes in the potential of every young person.
Essential:
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Previous experience supporting young people with SEN, either in schools or youth settings
Previous experience supporting young people with SEN, either in schools or youth settings
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Strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills
Strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills
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Calm, nurturing, and adaptable approach to support
Calm, nurturing, and adaptable approach to support
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Good understanding of safeguarding practices
Good understanding of safeguarding practices
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Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
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Experience with Autism, SEMH, or behavioural interventions
Experience with Autism, SEMH, or behavioural interventions
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Familiarity with EHCPs and school-based support systems
Familiarity with EHCPs and school-based support systems
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Inclusive, community-focused environment
Inclusive, community-focused environment
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Collaborative and experienced SEN team
Collaborative and experienced SEN team
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Excellent CPD and career development opportunities
Excellent CPD and career development opportunities
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Clear route to permanent employment for the right candidate
Clear route to permanent employment for the right candidate
If you're ready to take on a role where every day brings the opportunity to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter today. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews will be scheduled promptly.
Start Date: Immediate or September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Daily Rate: £110 - £120 (depending on experience)
Make a Real Difference - Support, Empower, Inspire
Are you passionate about helping young people thrive?
A forward-thinking secondary school in Lambeth is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Youth Mentor to join its supportive team. This full-time opportunity is ideal for someone with a background in youth work, education, or SEN support who is ready to make a meaningful impact. The role offers a temp-to-perm pathway, with the option to start immediately or in September 2025.
As a SEN Youth Mentor, you will provide vital support to students with a range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health), and general learning difficulties. Working closely with teaching staff and the SEN team, you'll play a key part in helping students access learning, manage their emotions, and build essential life skills.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group mentoring sessions
Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group mentoring sessions
-
Support students with emotional regulation and classroom engagement
Support students with emotional regulation and classroom engagement
-
Assist in implementing and reviewing EHCPs and support plans
Assist in implementing and reviewing EHCPs and support plans
-
Promote confidence, independence, and positive social interaction
Promote confidence, independence, and positive social interaction
-
Track progress and contribute to student reports
Track progress and contribute to student reports
-
Collaborate with SENCOs, teachers, and the pastoral team
Collaborate with SENCOs, teachers, and the pastoral team
We're looking for someone proactive, empathetic, and resilient-someone who believes in the potential of every young person.
Essential:
-
Previous experience supporting young people with SEN, either in schools or youth settings
Previous experience supporting young people with SEN, either in schools or youth settings
-
Strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills
Strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills
-
Calm, nurturing, and adaptable approach to support
Calm, nurturing, and adaptable approach to support
-
Good understanding of safeguarding practices
Good understanding of safeguarding practices
-
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
-
Experience with Autism, SEMH, or behavioural interventions
Experience with Autism, SEMH, or behavioural interventions
-
Familiarity with EHCPs and school-based support systems
Familiarity with EHCPs and school-based support systems
-
Inclusive, community-focused environment
Inclusive, community-focused environment
-
Collaborative and experienced SEN team
Collaborative and experienced SEN team
-
Excellent CPD and career development opportunities
Excellent CPD and career development opportunities
-
Clear route to permanent employment for the right candidate
Clear route to permanent employment for the right candidate
If you're ready to take on a role where every day brings the opportunity to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter today. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews will be scheduled promptly.