Shine Learning & Training Centre are looking for an outstanding Outreach Mentor: to work with children in Luton and Bedford between the ages of 11-16 who are struggling in mainstream education due to their mental health, behaviour struggles, unidentified learning needs or just require a different set up for education. We require someone that can work with our values of:

• Safety- prioritise emotional wellbeing for everyone, keep ourselves and others physically safe and be responsible for our own behaviour
• Kindness- look out for others, help those in need and be forgiving
• Inclusivity - be fair by meeting individual needs, consider everyone, accept and celebrate all races, religions, genders, ethnicities and cultures
• Respect- value yourself, listen to and acknowledge the opinion of others and accept that everyone is unique
• Courage- speak up and be brave, permit yourself to make mistakes, embrace challenges and try new experiences
• Curiosity- express a sense of wonder, ask questions for clarification and seek out what you don't know

Key Objectives:
The Outreach mentor is responsible for fostering a positive and inclusive environment by implementing strategies to support students' behavioural development and instructing outreach programs to engage with students. This role requires a strong understanding of adolescent behaviour, excellent communication skills, report writing and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.
The duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• ·Provide one-on-one and group support to students exhibiting challenging and disengaged behaviour.
• Monitor and track progress of students involved in behavioural support programs.
• Build positive relationships with students to serve as a mentor and role model.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to students facing personal challenges.
• Facilitate group sessions or workshops focusing on social and emotional development.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records of behavioural incidents, interventions, and outcomes.
• Provide reports as necessary to inform school leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teachers, counsellors, managers, Teaching assistants and administrators to identify students in need of behavioural support and contribute to individualised intervention plans.
• Conduct assessments and evaluations to measure the effectiveness of behaviour management interventions and make necessary adjustments.
• Lead outreach efforts to engage with students, families, and community organisations to build strong partnerships and support student success.
• Organise and facilitate workshops and events aimed at promoting positive behaviour and enhancing student engagement.
• Serve as a liaison between the school and external agencies, such as mental health services, social services, and law enforcement, to coordinate support services for students.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to behaviour management interventions, outreach activities, and student progress.
• Stay current on research and best practices in behaviour management and adolescent development to inform decision-making and program development.
• Support the integration of students with behavioural challenges into mainstream classrooms.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings addressing behavioural concerns and strategies.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records of behavioural incidents, interventions, and outcomes.
• Provide reports as necessary to inform school leadership and stakeholders.
• To forward any safeguarding concerns within a timely manner to Safeguarding lead within the school including Shine management.

Professional Development:

• Stay current with best practices in Behaviour management and student support.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Work collaboratively with all staff and external agencies as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement proactive strategies for preventing behavioural issues.

Safeguarding:
All staff must be aware of the Safeguarding policy and must follow procedures for responding to situations in which they believe a student has been abused or is at risk of abuse.

• The culture of Shine is one that is safe for children and unsafe for adults that may pose a risk to children.
• Safeguarding is the responsibility of all adults working or volunteering with Shine and that all concerns will be reported in accordance with Shine’s procedures.
• Essential to this is professional curiosity, openness and transparency where the focus remains on the children attending the establishment.

General:

• Attending staff meetings and managing your own professional development through undertaking relevant training and sharing best practice with other staff members.
• Undergoing regular observations and Continual Professional Development.
• Understanding and demonstrating adherence to all Shine’s practices and policies.
• Prepare for and take full part in 1-1 reviews with line manager.
• Promoting the Vision, Purpose and Values of Shine.
• To adhere to Trauma informed practice.

This job description will be reviewed from time to time and may be updated as agreed
Essential/ Desirable Experience & Skills:

• E- Experience of Learning Support in an educational environment/ proven experience in a similar role.
• E- Strong administration and IT skills.
• D- Experience in delivery of the AQA- Unit Award Scheme.
• D- Professional qualifications
• E- Willingness to continue with training and professional development within the educational sector
• E- Ability to motivate, mentor and inspire students
• E- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• D- Psychology, Counselling, or a related field.
• D- Previous experience working with secondary school students in a Behaviour support role.
• D- Previous experience working with Primary school students in a Behaviour support role
• E- Strong understanding of Behaviour management strategies and positive Behaviour intervention.
• E- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• E- Empathy and patience in dealing with students facing behavioural challenges.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Experience working with students: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 30/11/2024
Reference ID: Outreach Mentor
Expected start date: 06/01/2025