At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with special educational needs and help them thrive in their education.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at Estuary Academy North, committed to transforming young lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy term-time hours, professional development, and additional wellbeing leave.
- Other info: Flexible working options and access to employee assistance schemes for your wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with secondary age students and a passion for helping those with SEND needs.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Salary: NJC Point 3 = £25,614 Actual (£22,032 FTE)
Hours/Term Time/Full Time: 36 Hours per week - TTO
Location: Gravesend
Start Date: November 2026
We are looking for an Intervention Mentor who:
- Has experience working with children with Intervention Needs or with other special educational needs and wishes to broaden their skill-set
- Has the ability to develop positive relationships with students
- Has strong communication skills
- Relevant experience working with secondary age students
- Has passion and dedication to make a difference to children’s lives
- Is an exceptional team-player
- Has a can-do attitude, a resilient personality and flexible approach
Are you passionate about working with children and young people with SEND needs whilst transforming lives, through real opportunities to engage in the education they are entitled to? Do you dream of joining a team of like-minded professionals?
We are excited to offer an ambitious range of academic and vocational subjects, underpinned by individualised pastoral support, care and career guidance, which will equip students with the skills and knowledge to help them take their next steps in education, training, or employment.
The Trust/Estuary Academy North can offer you:
- An organisation with a clear moral purpose to change young people’s lives.
- A commitment to support you, in developing new skills through a wide range of professional development opportunities and experiences.
- The opportunity to work with a dedicated passionate team of professionals.
- Access to our 24/7 employee assistance scheme.
- Term-time hours and flexible working.
- Additional paid week leave in October for wellbeing purposes.
- Five Year Service award for Support Staff.
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Eye care reimbursement.
- Eligibility to discount schemes such as Blue Light.
Applications must be received no later than the closing date on the advert. Applications received after this date will not be considered. To help manage applications efficiently, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a strong response therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We may also interview shortlisted candidates before the official closing date.
Further information about Alternative Learning Trust/Estuary Academy North can be found on our website.
Closing date: 23rd October 2026
Interview date: TBC
Intervention Mentor in Gravesend employer: Estuary Academy
At Estuary Academy North, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to transforming the lives of young people with special educational needs. Our supportive work culture prioritises your professional development and well-being, offering flexible term-time hours, a comprehensive employee assistance scheme, and unique benefits like additional paid leave for wellness. Join our passionate team in Gravesend, where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career.
