At a Glance
- Tasks: Support autistic learners through personalised 1:1 mentoring to boost confidence and engagement.
- Company: Join a dedicated team making a real difference in West Sussex.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and the chance to impact young lives positively.
- Other info: Opportunity to work locally and build meaningful relationships with learners.
- Why this job: Be a trusted mentor and help young people thrive in their education journey.
- Qualifications: Experience in education or mentoring, with strong communication skills and patience.
The predicted salary is between 30 - 30 £ per hour.
Support Autistic Learners Through Meaningful 1:1 Mentoring
We're looking for an ASD Mentor to support children and young people across West Sussex through personalised 1:1 mentoring. Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you'll support learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who require additional support to engage with education, develop confidence, build independence, and achieve positive outcomes. Many of the young people we work with benefit from consistent, relationship-led support from a trusted adult who understands their individual needs and strengths.
We're particularly interested in mentors who can support learners in:
- Crawley
- Worthing
- Horsham
- Chichester
- Bognor Regis
- Littlehampton
Location: West Sussex
Role: ASD Mentor
Start Date: September
Hours: Flexible
Pay Rate: £25-£30 per hour
Type: 1:1 Mentoring
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years' experience in an educational setting, including mentoring, teaching, tutoring, learning support, teaching assistant, youth work, or similar roles
- Experience supporting children and young people with ASD
- Understanding of autism-friendly and relationship-based approaches
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patient, calm, and adaptable approach
- Ability to build positive and trusting relationships
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
- Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally within West Sussex
Who You'll Support
You'll work with children and young people who may have:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
- ADHD
- Anxiety and school avoidance
- Communication and interaction needs
- EHCPs and additional educational needs
Your role will focus on helping learners increase confidence, develop social and emotional skills, improve engagement, and achieve personalised goals.
ASD Mentor in Billingshurst employer: Prospero Teaching Careers
Prospero Teaching is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises professional development and collaboration among staff. Located in Hounslow, the school provides a supportive environment where educators can thrive, with opportunities to inspire students and contribute to their academic success while enjoying competitive pay and a commitment to work-life balance.
