SEND Learning & Behaviour Mentor

Do you have a passion for supporting young people? Are you able to build strong relationships with individuals refusing to engage? Empowering Learning are working with an ever growing independent school looking to add two teaching assistants to their team. The school is set on acres and acres of land and on site there is a working farm with several animals wondering the grounds. The school houses children who present with SEMH and a range of other special educational needs. This is a full time and permanent role and will begin in November 2024. The hours of work will be 8:30-4:00. The school are looking for people who: Have experience dealing with challenging behaviour (Can be school based or another industry) Can build relationships with people refusing to engage within activities Have a resilient attitude and can battle through challenging situations Are willing to give 100% each day Can act as a positive role model to the children Are able to de-escalate challenging situations Are able to communicate effectively with children and staffIn return, the school are able to offer: Continuous training opportunities to expand your skill set The chance to train as an SEN teacher if that is a route you would like to pursue A supportive senior leadership team with many years experience A chance to work on beautiful surroundings each day Breakfast and lunch provided for each day Clothing to wear when outside in the elementsThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone with or without experience. The right person must be committed and be willing to undergo safeguarding and background checks. To apply for this role, please send across your CV via the application page. Alternatively, please contact Jamie on (phone number removed) Job Type: Full-time Pay: £21,666.71-£24,712.06 per year Benefits: On-site parking Referral programme Breakfast and lunch provided Sick paySchedule: Monday to Friday 8:30-16:00 Experience: Special education: 1 year (preferred but not essential)Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (essential)