Overview
Prospero Teaching is seeking a resilient, dynamic, and empathetic Mentor/Tutor to support a Year 9 student in Worthing who is currently at risk of permanent exclusion (PEX). This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a young person's life by helping them re-engage with learning and develop essential life skills.
Role Details
Location: Worthing
Hours: 15 hours per week (3 hours/day, Monday to Friday)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Learner
The student finds learning challenging and has gaps in their education. They are not currently working at Age-Related Expectations (ARE). They have an EHCP, SEMH needs, and may exhibit challenging behaviours.
Responsibilities
* Build a trusting relationship with the student through engaging activities based on their interests and hobbies.
* Gradually introduce and support learning in Maths and English.
* Promote emotional regulation, social development, and a renewed enthusiasm for learning.
* Provide consistent, structured support in a 1:1 setting.
* Liaise with Prospero Teaching and other professionals involved in the student's care and education.
About you
* Proven experience working with learners who have EHCPs, SEMH needs, and who may display challenging behaviours.
* Strong understanding of the barriers to learning faced by vulnerable young people.
* Patient, adaptable, and able to build rapport quickly.
* Confident in delivering basic Maths and English content.
* Able to commit to a consistent weekly schedule.
Position
Position - Mentor
Contract or position start date - ASAP
Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/A
Full time/part-time - Opportunities for both
Hours - Varied
Essential & Desirable Qualifications
* Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young people
* Trauma-informed and skilled in de-escalation and emotional regulation strategies
Eligibility
* Hold right to work in the UK
* Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
* Provide references upon request
* Possess up to date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)
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