Job Description

We need an engagement mentor to work at this outstanding PRU (Ofsted Nov 2013) based with our OPAL (off site provision and access to learning) team in HARLOW

This is an exciting opportunity to join our committed team.

We provide education for young people who are unable to access mainstream school.

We need staff who are enthusiastic, motivated, experienced who want to make a difference to the lives of young people.

The role includes:

• Supporting students with engaging in their learning
• Working as a mentor 1-1 and in groups
• Liaising with agencies
• Some responsibility for Safeguarding issues, including Child Protection
• Setting up and monitoring of alternative provision if necessary

This position is on a Term Time Only basis.

We are committed to safeguarding and welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory medical checks, enhanced DBS clearance and references.

See www.css-south.co.uk for more information on our Service.

Information about the School

The Children’s Support Service is a short stay provision (PRU) in Essex. We have two main centres covering KS2-4 (in Wickford and Basildon) as well as an Outreach Service which works to support students, staff and schools in the local area, with bases in Basildon and Harlow.

Most of our students are referred to us due to difficulties they have faced in school; many come with additional needs and require academic, emotional and social support.

We offer a wide range of subjects, including the core curriculum, as well as enhanced activities to provide an enriched learning experience. We collaborate with schools and professionals who need our support, and aim to reintegrate students back into mainstream education or prepare them for other lifelong learning opportunities.

Our staff create positive, safe, caring and supportive learning environments, helping to inspire every child to achieve their full potential.

CSS staff benefit from our subscription to the "Education Support Partnership", which provides mental health and well-being support services for all staff, including 24/7 access to advice, support and counselling for our whole team.

Please note that car insurance including "business use" is required.