Trauma-Informed Mentor
Help Young People Rebuild Confidence and Engagement
We're looking for a Trauma-Informed 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 who may have experienced significant barriers to education and require a consistent, trusted adult to help them build confidence, resilience, emotional regulation, and positive engagement. Many of the young people we support benefit from a relationship-led approach that prioritises trust, safety, and understanding.
We're particularly interested in mentors who can support learners in:
Crawley
Worthing
Horsham
Chichester
Bognor Regis
LittlehamptonLocation: West Sussex
Role: Trauma-Informed 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
A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
Experience supporting children and young people with SEND, SEMH, or additional needs is desirable
Ability to build positive, trusting relationships
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
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
EHCPs and additional educational needs
Experiences of trauma, adverse childhood experiences, or disrupted educationThe focus of the role is to provide stability, encouragement, and positive mentoring that helps learners feel safe, engaged, and able to achieve their 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 lasting difference to vulnerable young people
Interested?
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