Inclusion Mentor

About the Role

In this role, you'll be a key collaborator, working closely with the curriculum teams at our Bede Campus along with student support services to develop personalised strategies that will empower students with SEND to overcome obstacles and thrive within our College community. Your creativity and dedication will play a vital role in continuously improving our provision and realising our ambitious vision for excellence.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide mentor support to students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, emotional and behaviour needs who are on mainstream or discrete College courses to integrate into the College environment.
• Assist in the implementation of detailed assessments and monitoring and review of support strategies.
• Devise and implement support strategies with senior departmental staff and other college professionals around individual students and groups to overcome their barriers to learning.
• Identify possible sources of problems at an early stage and communicate these to teaching staff and departmental management.

Qualifications

• Relevant care, learning support, or youth qualification, ideally at least at NVQ level 2 (or equivalent).
• GCSE Maths and English.
• Experience of supporting individuals with SEND or additional learning needs.
• Knowledge of Educational Health Care Plans and assessment and support plans.
• Awareness of responsibilities under SEND Code of Practice and the Equality Act.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays (excluding Term Time Only contracts).
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role).
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme - depending on role.
• Access to the myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
• Dental, eye care & health cash plans.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Free parking on most campuses.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

At Education Partnership North East (EPNE), we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We know that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams to enhance the education and support we provide to our learners and communities.

We recognise that talented individuals may not always follow a traditional career path and may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you are excited about the role and believe you can make a positive contribution, we encourage you to apply.

As a Disability Confident Employer and Armed Forces Covenant Member, and with Ofsted Outstanding status across all campuses, we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and high performing environment where everyone can thrive.

Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.