Learning Mentor

Are you kind and caring with a passion for helping young people achieve their goals

Would you like a role with variety and a sense of fulfilment where you can truly make a difference in the lives of young people with a range of needs

If so wed love to hear from you! United Response is looking for friendly supportive individuals with experience of working with those who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to join our education team at ROC College.

LOCATION: Truro
FUNCTION: ROC College
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Curriculum Manager
ACCOUNTABLE FOR: Supporting and mentoring individuals within ROC College
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week Term Time Only
SALARY: 13.25 per hour

United Response is a registered charity founded in 1973. Our mission is to ensure that individuals with learning disabilities mental or physical support needs have the opportunity to live life to the fullest. We support around 2000 people across more than 300 locations in England and Wales with over 3600 staff members.

ROC College a part of United Response is a specialist college providing person-centred community-based teaching and learning within Exeter East Devon wider Devon and Somerset. We work with young people aged 1625 with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Were keen to hear from applicants with experience of working with individuals with SEND. You should be patient supportive enthusiastic and creative able to provide accessible education content tailored to our students. Flexibility to travel across the community with students is required. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to further develop their skills and experience in teaching and learning.

The ideal applicant will have the necessary skills to support the development of independence and assist individuals in accessing work experience placements. Experience supporting with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) practice and promoting lifelong learning is essential. A strong understanding of complex behavioural needs is highly advantageous.

We are looking for someone with experience of working with individuals who have complex learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge. The ability to work as part of a small team is also crucial. Additionally the ideal candidate will either have experience with Proloquo2 Makaton or be willing to participate in training for these communication methods.

As part of the ROC College team you will support students aged 1625 with EHCPs to develop life skills in various community settings such as learning hubs libraries workplaces and leisure facilities. You will assess student progress and outcomes and help provide accredited learning based on a personalised curriculum.

United Response offers a comprehensive benefits package for all employees including:

• Pension contribution
• Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to free occupational health physiotherapy counselling and advice services
• Employee shopping discounts and eligibility for the Blue Light Card
• Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3500 retailers
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications
• Two times basic salary life assurance scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• A collaborative and caring team to support you
• Potential for career progression
• Two wellbeing days per year because your health matters

United Response is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

Successful applicants in regulated activity will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

United Response is proud to be an equal opportunities workplace. We are committed to the Mindful Employer values and are a Disability Confident employer providing support to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you need assistance navigating our website or completing your application please contact us at

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