Are you passionate about supporting young people who have struggled to engage with mainstream education? We are currently looking for an experienced Learning Mentor to join an Alternative Provision in Plymouth. This is a full-time role supporting young people with a range of needs, including SEMH, trauma, autism and anxiety, as well as those who have found traditional education challenging. About the role The provision takes a child-led and personalised approach, working with each young person to understand their individual needs, interests and barriers to learning. As a Learning Mentor, you will: Build positive, trusting relationships with young people Support students who may have struggled within mainstream education Provide mentoring and support around learning, engagement and emotional regulation Help young people develop confidence, resilience and independence Support students with SEMH, trauma, autism and other additional needs Adapt activities and learning to suit individual needs and interests Support outreach work where required Work closely with the wider team to provide consistent support About you The successful candidate will ideally have experience working with children or young people, particularly those with: SEMH Autism Trauma or adverse childhood experiences Anxiety or emotional difficulties Challenging or complex behaviour Previous difficulties engaging with education You will need to be patient, empathetic, resilient and confident building relationships with young people who may have had negative experiences of education. Experience within Alternative Provision, SEND, youth work, mentoring, care or education would be highly desirable. A full driving licence and access to a car is essential, as the role will involve outreach work. The role offers: Full-time, Monday–Friday position ASAP start £95–£100 per day Long-term opportunity Supportive and child-centred environment The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people who need a different approach to education If you have the experience and personality to engage young people who have struggled in mainstream education, 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>