Learning Support Mentor

Learning Support Mentor

Prospero Teaching is seeking dedicated Learning Support Mentors to join a specialist SEN transition centre in Fareham (PO16). The centre supports young people aged 14-19 with SEMH needs and autism, helping them progress into full‑time education, apprenticeships, or employment.

Contract Details

• Location: Fareham (PO16)
• Start Date: September 2026
• Hours: 08:00-16:00
• Full‑time
• Pay Rate: From £14.25 per hour

Experience, Training & Personal Qualities

• Calm behaviour support – able to remain composed in challenging situations.
• Strong behaviour management while maintaining a positive, engaging learning environment.
• Motivational approach to encourage participation and build confidence.
• Ability to support personal development and promote independence.
• Caring, patient, and an excellent communicator.
• Self‑reflective with a willingness to learn and show initiative.
• Experience supporting young people with Autism and/or SEMH.

Requirements

To be eligible for this role, you must:

• Hold the right to work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child‑barred list DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.
• Provide references to cover the last 24 months

What Prospero Teaching Offers

• Free, accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Access to an in‑house Training & Development Team.

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this Learning Support Mentor role, please apply with your up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching acts as an employment business/education recruitment agency. Successful applicants must register with Prospero Teaching before placement.

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.