Location: Plymouth Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Pay: £92–£96 per day (dependent on experience) Contract: Full-Time We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Mentor to join an Alternative Provision setting in Plymouth, supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and those who have experienced trauma. This rewarding role involves building positive relationships with students, supporting their educational engagement, emotional wellbeing, and personal development both within the provision and through regular outreach work in the local community. Key Responsibilities • Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs and trauma-related behaviours. • Build trusting, consistent relationships that promote engagement and positive outcomes. • Deliver outreach support within the community, helping students access education and wider opportunities. • Support students in developing emotional regulation, resilience, confidence, and social skills. • Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external agencies to meet students' individual needs. • Maintain accurate records and contribute to student progress reviews. Essential Requirements • Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults. • Maths & English GCSE C or above • A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach. • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. • Business insurance for vehicle use, as the role involves frequent community outreach. • Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Desirable Experience • Previous experience supporting children and young people with SEMH needs. • Understanding of trauma-informed practice. • Experience within alternative provision, special educational needs, youth work, social care, or similar settings. • Knowledge of behaviour support strategies and restorative approaches. What they Offer • A supportive and welcoming team environment. • Opportunities for professional development and training. • The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable young people. • A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. If you are passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers and achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you. INDDEV <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Holly Smith on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6007.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Holly Smith&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949022 | Ext: 6007</strong></strong>