SEND Pathway Mentor
Birmingham
Full time
£95–£120 per day
Vacancy ID
4a412518-2f39-4329-8954-f59c41657182
Job Description
As a SEND Pathway Mentor you will support pupils with autism ADHD sensory processing differences developmental delays and communication needs. You will help pupils navigate their school day with structure confidence and emotional safety through a blend of classroom support one to one guidance and targeted interventions.
Your daily work will include helping pupils settle into lessons using visual timetables preparing sensory breaks adapting tasks and supporting communication using simplified language or symbol based tools. You will work closely with the SENCo teachers therapists and pastoral leads to deliver consistent strategies that help pupils regulate focus and participate successfully.
This role suits someone who enjoys problem solving in the moment learning about diverse SEND profiles and building warm trusting relationships that help pupils grow socially emotionally and academically. It is meaningful highly relational work in a school that values patience structure and genuine connection.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide one to one and small group SEND support
Use sensory regulation strategies to support calm engagement
Implement communication tools visuals and structured routines
Adapt activities to reduce barriers and encourage participation
Offer steady emotional support during transitions and difficult moments
Desired Experience
+ Qualifications
Experience supporting SEND or SEMH pupils in any setting
Strong communication and gentle relational approach
Understanding of autism and sensory needs or willingness to learn
Patience adaptability and consistent boundaries
Commitment to safeguarding and teamwork
About the School
This Birmingham B12 SEND school offers a carefully structured therapeutic environment for pupils with complex communication and developmental needs. Rated Good by Ofsted the school is known for its clear routines sensory friendly classrooms and well trained staff who understand behaviour as communication.
Each class benefits from a high staff to pupil ratio enabling personalised support and consistent routines that reduce anxiety. The school uses evidence based strategies including TEACCH sensory integration communication systems and nurture approaches to help pupils progress socially emotionally and academically. Staff work collaboratively and receive regular CPD in autism practice communication development and trauma informed approaches.
Families consistently report strong trusting relationships with staff and note how their children’s confidence and communication improve over time. This is an excellent setting for someone who wants to work in a supportive highly structured SEND environment where every pupil’s progress is recognised and celebrated.
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What do I need?
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Eligibility to work in the UK.
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A DBS (and Overseas Police Check if you’ve recently lived outside the UK for more than 6 months).
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Education-based referee details - we’ll apply for the references!
That’s it! Our process is simple, and our consultants will advise on how to fast track your checks so you can start working ASAP.
Equal Opportunities Employer
Milestone Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our HR and Safeguarding team will be there to support you throughout the process.
But, I don’t want to register with a supply agency, why should I sign up with Milestone?
We get it. Supply agencies can’t always deliver exactly what you’re looking for, but that’s where we’re different…
We’re an education platform service who partner with schools and MATs to support their recruitment, training and wellbeing needs. It’s in our interest to secure you a role you’ll love, in a setting you’ll want to stay in, with a view to progressing your career. If that’s what you want!
Our HR and Safeguarding team consistently go the extra mile to complete your checks as quickly as possible - at no cost to you. To put so much hard work and valuable time into completing these checks and then NOT deliver the opportunities you are looking for…? Well, we’d go out of business pretty quickly!
How much does it cost and how much will I be paid?
Our services to you are completely free.
Costs will only incur if you require a new DBS or OSPC, but don't worry - we can still put you forward for interviews while the applications in process, so you won't miss out on all the exciting opportunities!
All roles are paid in line with Teachers Pay and Conditions, or are matched with each school’s salary guidelines for the role you undertake. We'll always negotiate the best possible pay rates that reflect your hard work, experience and qualifications.