ASD Mentor
ASD Mentor
Employee type
Contract
Salary
£25 - £30/hour Negotiable
Category
Education
Job Description
ASD Mentor
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
LittlehamptonLocation: 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 needsYour role will focus on helping learners increase confidence, develop social and emotional skills, improve engagement, and achieve personalised goals.
What We Offer
Flexible working opportunities
Competitive rates of £25-£30 per hour
September start
Long-term placements available
Work alongside Local Authorities
Meaningful 1:1 mentoring opportunities
Opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives
Interested?
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