Start: January Full-time, long-term We're recruiting a Student Success Mentor for a specialist SEN school in Ellesmere Port from January. This role goes beyond academic support. You'll be helping pupils build confidence, develop life skills, strengthen social communication and gain the independence they need to succeed both in and out of school. The role: Working 1 to 1 and in small groups with pupils who have a range of additional needs Supporting social skills, communication, emotional regulation and daily routines Helping pupils develop independence through simple life skills tasks and structured activities Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and resilience throughout the school day Guiding pupils during lessons, transitions, break times and enrichment sessions Building strong, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe and understood Working with teachers and the SEN team to adapt activities and support EHCP goals What we're looking for: Experience supporting children or young people in schools, SEN, care, youth work or similar Someone who is warm, patient and able to act as a steady, positive role model Confidence supporting pupils with ASD, communication needs or SEMH Strong communication and the ability to motivate children who need consistent encouragement A genuine passion for helping pupils grow in confidence and independence Why this role: Join a welcoming, well-supported SEN setting Long-term stability from January A meaningful role where success is measured by confidence, social progress and independence as much as academics Ongoing support from the Tradewind team If this sounds like a role you'd love, get in touch and I'll share the full details. Contact: Libbie - Tradewind Recruitment 0151 221 9666