Pupil Mentor – Specialist SEND School

Pink Tile Education is recruiting Pupil Mentors to join a specialist SEND school in Cranleigh, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, communication needs and associated learning difficulties. This is a rewarding role focused on engagement, relationships and individual support, helping pupils overcome barriers and make progress both inside and outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

Providing 1:1 and small-group support throughout the school day; Helping pupils engage with learning and school activities; Building trusting relationships and acting as a positive role model; Supporting emotional wellbeing, confidence and independence; Encouraging positive behaviour and helping pupils manage challenges; Working closely with teachers and the wider support team to meet individual needs

Requirements

Experienced working with children or young people with SEN, SEND or additional needs; Calm; Patient; Resilient; Confident building strong, trusting relationships; Positive and supportive in their approach; Passionate about helping young people reach their potential; A driver with access to a vehicle; Right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa; Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks; Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Children's Workforce (or Children's & Adults') Update Service, or be willing to obtain one

Nice to have

Experience in education, care, youth work, support work or similar settings

Benefits

Temp-to-perm opportunity; Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay