SEND Progression Mentor

As a SEND Progression Mentor within the Gateway Team you will provide person-centred outcome-focused support to young people and adults with Learning Disabilities Autism Sensory Needs Physical Disabilities or a combination of these needs. Working in the community at the Southwark Resource Centre and other appropriate locations you will deliver strength-based time-limited interventions that promote independence wellbeing social inclusion and progression in line with each individuals Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You will work flexibly to support individuals with varying levels of need including those who may present behaviours of concern using a positive behaviour support approach.

• Deliver person-centred strength-based and outcome-focused interventions that support individuals in achieving the outcomes identified within their EHCP.
  
• Provide tailored support that develops communication skills encourages participation in meaningful activities and promotes greater independence.
  
• Act as a key worker building positive relationships with individuals their families carers and wider support networks to identify and achieve personalised goals.
  
• Plan and deliver interventions that maximise social inclusion wellbeing resilience and independent living skills.
  
• Support individuals to access local community resources voluntary sector organisations education training employment and social opportunities where appropriate.
  
• Identify and utilise local assets support networks and community services to enhance each individuals independence and quality of life.
  
• Provide information advice and guidance to individuals and their support networks enabling informed choices and greater control over the support they receive.
  
• Work flexibly with individuals who have a broad range of needs including supporting those whose behaviour may be challenging using positive behaviour support principles.
  
• Maintain accurate records monitor progress against agreed outcomes and contribute to reviews and service planning.
  
• Work collaboratively with colleagues professionals and partner organisations to ensure coordinated and effective support.
  

• Experience supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities Autism Sensory Needs Physical Disabilities or complex additional needs.
  
• A person-centred strengths-based approach to supporting individuals to achieve positive outcomes.
  
• Understanding of positive behaviour support and the ability to respond appropriately to behaviours of concern.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with individuals families carers and professionals.
  
• Ability to plan organise and deliver tailored interventions that promote independence and social inclusion.
  
• Knowledge of community resources and services or the ability to develop strong local networks.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  
• Good written and IT skills to maintain accurate records and reports.
  
• A flexible approach to working across different locations and supporting individuals with varying levels of need.
  

Location: Southwark Resource Centre and community-based locations across the London Borough of Southwark.

Hours per Week: 36 hours per week.

Pay: Bi-weekly payments.