At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with special needs and promote positive behaviour in a collaborative environment.
- Company: St Joseph's Specialist Trust, a caring and inclusive educational charity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people with diverse needs.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or willingness to train.
The predicted salary is between 25632 - 28412 £ per year.
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.
Location: Cranleigh
Salary: Actual salary: £25,632 - £28,412 - (FTE £29,884 - £33,126 for 36 hours over 52 weeks)
Hours: 36 hours per week, 39 weeks (term time only plus 5 inset days)
Are you an experienced TA, STA or HLTA looking for a rewarding next step – or already working within SEN Inclusion Support? St Joseph's Specialist Trust, located in Cranleigh, Surrey (mid-way between Guildford and Horsham), is seeking an Inclusion Support Mentor to join our dedicated in-house Inclusion Support Team. St Joseph's is a registered charitable trust comprising a special school, college, children's home and adult supported living home. Our students are aged 5-19 and have moderate to severe and complex social communication and learning disabilities, challenging behaviour and many have autism.
In this role, you will work with class teams to deliver and promote positive support for students, provide additional assistance where needed and support prospective students during assessment days. Following qualification, you will train staff in positive behaviour support techniques (including Team Teach) through role modelling, co-coaching and delivering targeted training. You will be supported by the Head of Inclusion and Deputy Head of Inclusion.
An NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools is required, or you must be willing to work towards this. You will also be required to train as an Intermediate Team Teach Trainer. Salary is dependent on previous experience in education or related environments.
Working Hours (term time and inset days):
- Monday: 8:30 – 16:00
- Tuesday – Thursday: 8:30 – 16:15
- Friday: 8:30 – 15:45
Plus, an additional 30 minutes per week worked flexibly to suit operational needs (each day includes a 30-minute unpaid break).
Physical, mental and emotional resilience, along with a positive 'can do' attitude, are essential.
What's in the role for you?
- Train to become a Team Teach Tutor with ongoing refresher training
- Opportunities to conduct data analysis, reviewing trends and patterns
- Experience in pastoral care for staff and young people
- Work alongside our in-house therapy and CAMHS teams
SEN Inclusion Support Mentor employer: St Joseph’s Specialist Trust Careers
St Joseph’s Specialist Trust is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with special educational needs. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we offer comprehensive training, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for professional growth, including a fully funded Teaching Assistant apprenticeship. Located in a beautiful semi-rural setting, our team enjoys a collaborative environment where compassion and resilience are valued, alongside benefits such as a retention bonus and 24/7 wellbeing support.
Contact Details:
St Joseph’s Specialist Trust Careers Recruitment Team
