Special Needs Mentor New

We are partnering with an outstanding SEN primary school in Crawley and are looking for enthusiastic, proactive, and friendly individuals to join their team as Special Needs Mentors. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils with complex needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, SLD, PMLD, mobility challenges, and sometimes challenging behaviour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group support to pupils with a range of complex needs.
• Assist in creating a nurturing and structured learning environment.
• Work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored educational and personal development programs.
• Support pupils with physical and mobility needs, ensuring their safety and well-being.

What We’re Looking For:

• A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for supporting children with special needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a caring nature.
• Experience with SEN or working with children with additional needs is beneficial but not essential.

What We Offer:

• A rewarding role within a welcoming and supportive school community.
• Full-time position with opportunities for professional growth.
• Ongoing training and development tailored to SEN support.

If you’re dedicated to helping children with complex needs thrive, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join this amazing SEN primary school in Crawley.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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