Young Minds Mentor

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We're currently recruiting for a Young Minds Mentor to work within welcoming and supportive Primary Schools, starting in September.

This rewarding opportunity is ideal for graduates and experienced support staff who are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence and thrive both academically and emotionally.

As a Young Minds Mentor, you'll work closely with pupils on a one-to-one and small group basis, supporting their social, emotional and educational development. Every day presents an opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child's life.

This role is particularly suited to graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, social work, youth work, counselling, speech and language therapy or SEND support.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

• Build positive and trusting relationships with children to support engagement and wellbeing.

• Help pupils overcome social, emotional and behavioural barriers to learning.

• Support children with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs and SEMH.

• Deliver targeted interventions to support academic and personal development.

• Promote confidence, resilience, independence and positive self-esteem.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENDCOs and pastoral teams.

• Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.

• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Ideal Background

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Primary Education

• Psychology

• Criminology

• Childhood Studies

• Early Years Childhood Studies

• Education Studies

• Youth Work

• Social Work

• Counselling

• SEND Support

• Learning Support Assistant roles

• Teaching Assistant roles

Requirements

• Degree obtained within the last five years or relevant experience supporting children and young people.

• Professional employment references covering the last two years.

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A patient, resilient and nurturing approach.

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals is desirable.

• Understanding of SEND, SEMH, Autism or ADHD is advantageous.

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay with long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities available.

• Excellent experience for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists and child-focused professionals.

• Speedy registration process and fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.

• Access to our Priority Partnership school network across the North East.

• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement, including Safeguarding, SEND and Behaviour Management.

• Ongoing accredited professional development through Milk Academy.

• FREE PSHE lesson plans and educational resources.

• FREE educator wellbeing resources and access to our community hub.

• School Preparation Packs with handover notes and school insights.

• Dedicated support from your personal consultant, available 24/7 via their work mobile.

Why Join Milk Education?

As a Young Minds Mentor, you'll play a key role in shaping a child's educational journey, helping them build confidence, develop positive relationships and achieve success in the classroom.

This role offers an incredible opportunity to gain meaningful experience while making a genuine difference every single day.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

Interested?

Click 'Apply Now' or get in touch to find out more.

Phone: 0191 486 2500

Email: danielle.armstrong@milk-education.co.uk

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.