Mentor
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,500 to £31,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 February 2026 |
| Location: | South West England, UK |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | AutonoMe |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Please include a cover letter.
Must be based in the south west of England and able to travel across the region
It is desirable that the candidate has experience supporting neurodiverse people with their Employment and/or independent living aspirations.
Contract - Full-time, fixed-term contract until April 2027 with potential to extend
Requirements - A full UK Driving license
About AutonoMe
AutonoMe is an ambitious SME that uses a technology platform to make significant strides in improving the lives of neurodiverse people and those with learning disabilities across the UK. AutonoMe exists to enable people to realise their full potential. By combining industry experts with scalable technology, we believe we can address the challenges people face as they navigate life.
AutonoMe blends human support and technology to enable people to achieve their employment aspirations and live more independently. Our app gives people easy access to our library of instructional videos and strategies, along with support from a dedicated AutonoMe Mentor, to help them work towards their goals.
AutonoMe delivers support across the UK in Social Care, Welfare to Work, Education and Health. Helping deliver Local and National public funded programmes either directly or in partnership with other organisations and the third sector.
Supporting people and their support network.
You will introduce learners to the AutonoMe service and support them in identifying their outcomes aligned with their programme.
You will guide learners across various locations to use our App to build up their skills and pursue their independence and employment goals.
You will support learners Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 5:00, excluding bank holidays. Support may be required outside of these times.
You will deliver virtual and, at times, in-person training and support, effectively explaining the service and how we will support them in line with their programme.
You will be responsible for managing and building relationships with several clients, learners and key partners.
You will receive guidance on how to manage these relationships effectively and, following probation, be expected to manage them independently.
You will work closely with your key stakeholders to embed AutonoMe and promote it externally to the wider community.
You will manage your time and diary efficiently and independently with a focus on ensuring learners are progressing towards their goals and clients are satisfied with the programme.
Data analysis
You will regularly examine and evaluate client and learner data, collating it in line with programme deliverables into actionable, understandable feedback for your clients and key partners.
You will manage and evaluate your client and learner data across the platform regularly in line with your KPIs
Team working:
You will be very hands-on, working remotely but closely with the rest of the operations team and regularly updating management on your learners' progress.
You will work closely with your line manager and the operations team, sharing good practices and contributing your expertise and experience to the overall operational strategy.
You will be proactive in overcoming the challenges our clients and learners face, considering how AutonoMe can address them.
Networking:
You will actively participate in your learners community; attending exhibitions, networking events, delivering workshops, and hosting meetings.
Additional aspects of the role
You will attend team days at least twice per annum (travel and accommodation will be covered).
You will travel when necessary across the South West to meet learners, providers and stakeholders.
You may be required to work outside of the region from time to time.
You will be required to work from home.
You will identify and advocate for additional resources where needed to do your job.
Our ideal candidate will:
Understand how to challenge and support learners to progress towards the goals of the programme they’re on.
Share our passion for improving the lives of neurodiverse people.
Proactively support your learners in overcoming barriers to learning.
Display excellent communication, advocacy and interpersonal skills.
Enjoy working independently but also want to be part of a mixed-discipline team.
Demonstrate competence and knowledge in using smart devices and modern business tools, including Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and more.
A positive, collaborative attitude to problem-solving.
Thrive in a startup environment where you’re comfortable with rapid change.
Enjoy working with a great deal of autonomy and being able to manage your own time effectively.
Have a clean driving license and be comfortable travelling in your own vehicle.
Be based in Devon, Somerset or North Somerset and able to travel across the region
It is desirable that the candidate has experience supporting neurodiverse people with their Employment and/or independent living aspirations.
What we offer:
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Additional discretionary time off over the Christmas break
Flexibility around hours and locations; Don’t want to miss your kids nativity or have a last minute GP appointment? No problem!
The opportunity to positively impact the lives of neurodiverse people and those with learning disabilities.
Competitive salary with travel expenses.
The opportunity to be part of a dynamic, enthusiastic and adventurous team
Company laptop and phone provided.
Company social days and events
AutonoMe is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
The successful applicant must undergo an enhanced DBS check and follow AutonoMe’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
Must be based in the south west of England and able to travel across the region
It is desirable that the candidate has experience supporting neurodiverse people with their Employment and/or independent living aspirations.
Contract - Full-time, fixed-term contract until April 2027 with potential to extend
Requirements - A full UK Driving license
About AutonoMe
AutonoMe is an ambitious SME that uses a technology platform to make significant strides in improving the lives of neurodiverse people and those with learning disabilities across the UK. AutonoMe exists to enable people to realise their full potential. By combining industry experts with scalable technology, we believe we can address the challenges people face as they navigate life.
AutonoMe blends human support and technology to enable people to achieve their employment aspirations and live more independently. Our app gives people easy access to our library of instructional videos and strategies, along with support from a dedicated AutonoMe Mentor, to help them work towards their goals.
AutonoMe delivers support across the UK in Social Care, Welfare to Work, Education and Health. Helping deliver Local and National public funded programmes either directly or in partnership with other organisations and the third sector.
Supporting people and their support network.
You will introduce learners to the AutonoMe service and support them in identifying their outcomes aligned with their programme.
You will guide learners across various locations to use our App to build up their skills and pursue their independence and employment goals.
You will support learners Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 5:00, excluding bank holidays. Support may be required outside of these times.
You will deliver virtual and, at times, in-person training and support, effectively explaining the service and how we will support them in line with their programme.
You will be responsible for managing and building relationships with several clients, learners and key partners.
You will receive guidance on how to manage these relationships effectively and, following probation, be expected to manage them independently.
You will work closely with your key stakeholders to embed AutonoMe and promote it externally to the wider community.
You will manage your time and diary efficiently and independently with a focus on ensuring learners are progressing towards their goals and clients are satisfied with the programme.
Data analysis
You will regularly examine and evaluate client and learner data, collating it in line with programme deliverables into actionable, understandable feedback for your clients and key partners.
You will manage and evaluate your client and learner data across the platform regularly in line with your KPIs
Team working:
You will be very hands-on, working remotely but closely with the rest of the operations team and regularly updating management on your learners' progress.
You will work closely with your line manager and the operations team, sharing good practices and contributing your expertise and experience to the overall operational strategy.
You will be proactive in overcoming the challenges our clients and learners face, considering how AutonoMe can address them.
Networking:
You will actively participate in your learners community; attending exhibitions, networking events, delivering workshops, and hosting meetings.
Additional aspects of the role
You will attend team days at least twice per annum (travel and accommodation will be covered).
You will travel when necessary across the South West to meet learners, providers and stakeholders.
You may be required to work outside of the region from time to time.
You will be required to work from home.
You will identify and advocate for additional resources where needed to do your job.
Our ideal candidate will:
Understand how to challenge and support learners to progress towards the goals of the programme they’re on.
Share our passion for improving the lives of neurodiverse people.
Proactively support your learners in overcoming barriers to learning.
Display excellent communication, advocacy and interpersonal skills.
Enjoy working independently but also want to be part of a mixed-discipline team.
Demonstrate competence and knowledge in using smart devices and modern business tools, including Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and more.
A positive, collaborative attitude to problem-solving.
Thrive in a startup environment where you’re comfortable with rapid change.
Enjoy working with a great deal of autonomy and being able to manage your own time effectively.
Have a clean driving license and be comfortable travelling in your own vehicle.
Be based in Devon, Somerset or North Somerset and able to travel across the region
It is desirable that the candidate has experience supporting neurodiverse people with their Employment and/or independent living aspirations.
What we offer:
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Additional discretionary time off over the Christmas break
Flexibility around hours and locations; Don’t want to miss your kids nativity or have a last minute GP appointment? No problem!
The opportunity to positively impact the lives of neurodiverse people and those with learning disabilities.
Competitive salary with travel expenses.
The opportunity to be part of a dynamic, enthusiastic and adventurous team
Company laptop and phone provided.
Company social days and events
AutonoMe is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
The successful applicant must undergo an enhanced DBS check and follow AutonoMe’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
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