At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a young autistic person through creative, real-world learning experiences.
- Company: Integra Education, dedicated to safeguarding and supporting young people.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and building genuine connections.
- Why this job: Become a trusted mentor and positively impact a young person's life.
- Qualifications: Understanding of autism, creativity, and a passion for mentoring.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Guildford (GU8)
Hours: 16 hours per week
Contract: 48 weeks per year
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience
Potential: Temporary to permanent opportunity
About the Role
We are seeking a creative, flexible and relationship-focused mentor to support a 13-year-old autistic young person accessing an EOTAS package through their EHCP. This is not a traditional teaching or tutoring role. Learning takes place through interests, life skills, community experiences and real-world activities. The successful mentor will build a trusting relationship and support learning in ways that feel meaningful, engaging and accessible.
What We're Looking For
- Understand autism and neuroaffirming practice
- Have awareness and understanding of health needs and the impact they can have on day-to-day life, wellbeing and engagement
- Be flexible, patient and relationship-focused
- Have a good sense of humour
- Be creative and able to think outside the box
- Understand trauma-informed approaches
- Be happy supporting learning through interests and experiences
- Be comfortable adapting plans as needed
- Enjoy spending time with young people and building genuine connections
Essential Requirements
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
- Non-smoker
- Comfortable around pets, particularly cats
- Able to work collaboratively with family and professionals
- Willing to complete a probationary period
Desirable Experience
- Understanding of autism, ADHD and PDA
- Awareness of physical and/or mental health conditions and their impact on daily life
- EOTAS, alternative provision or mentoring experience
- Community-based learning
- Life skills support
- Outdoor activities and nature
- Cooking and practical skills
The Right Approach
This young person responds best to adults who:
- Communicate clearly and respectfully
- Allow extra processing time
- Work collaboratively rather than hierarchically
- Respect boundaries and choice
- Explain the reasons behind expectations
- Value trust, connection and autonomy
This role would not suit someone with an authoritarian or compliance-based approach.
The Right Person
We're looking for someone who can become a trusted mentor, learning companion and positive role model, helping a young person develop confidence, skills and opportunities through a personalised, relationship-based approach. If you are passionate about supporting young people to learn in ways that work for them, we'd love to hear from you.
Integra Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring disclosure. Integra People promote equal opportunities and diversity for employees, workers, and applicants. We follow GDPR laws to ensure the protection and privacy of your data.
