Learning Support Mentor 1:1
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About The Role
The role of Learning Support Mentor at Red Balloon Norwich is to provide one to one intervention and support to an individual student who struggles with severe anxiety/trauma and selective mutism alongside a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder. The post holder will liaise with teaching staff, the Head of Centre, the SEN Manager and DSL team to ensure that their allocated student can access their full timetabled curriculum confidently. They will also communicate daily with parents and carers of the young person.
The Learning Support Mentor will provide support to their assigned student both in lessons and social time and be a point of consistent support and reassurance allowing every opportunity for the young person to overcome what triggers their anxieties and fulfil their potential.
If you are interested in a diverse role where no day is ever the same and would like to make a difference to students who struggle with anxiety and confidence we would like to hear from you.
The working hours are Mon-Fri 08:30-16:30 inc lunchtimes. This role is initially temporary until August 2026 with a view to become permanent.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee mentoring programme
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Referral programme
Education:
GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
Experience working with students: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
How To Apply
Contact mark.anderson@rbnorwich.org.uk for an application form and job description.