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Learning Mentor - SEMH & Vocational Learning Location: Basildon, Essex Salary: £21,731 - £25,758 + Up to £2,500 Annual Performance Bonus Contract: Full Time | Permanent | Term Time Only Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm Start Date: September 2026 Build Relationships. Inspire Young People. Change Lives. New Chapter Tuition is proud to be working exclusively with a specialist vocational education provision to recruit a Learning Mentor for a full-time, permanent role starting in September 2026. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing provision supporting learners from KS3-KS5 with SEMH ADHD, emotional and behavioural needs, and those who have experienced trauma. Using practical, hands-on vocational learning, you'll play a key role in helping learners rebuild confidence, re-engage with education, and develop the skills they need to succeed in further education, employment and life. The Role As a Learning Mentor, you will: • Build positive, trusting relationships with learners., • Work with learners on a 1:1 basis and in small groups of up to 8, delivering engaging, practical vocational learning., • Support learners with SEMH, ADHD, SEND and additional needs., • Use effective de-escalation and positive behaviour management strategies., • Promote confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing., • Create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment., • Support learners to develop both academically and personally., • Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes.About You This role would particularly suit candidates with experience as a: • Learning Mentor, • Behaviour Mentor, • Teaching Assistant, • Sports Coach, • Youth Worker, • Mechanic, • Engineer, • Cadet Instructor, • Vocational Instructor, • Alternative Provision Practitioner To be successful, you'll have: • Excellent relationship-building and communication skills., • Experience supporting children and young people., • Confidence working with learners with SEMH, ADHD and challenging behaviour., • Strong de-escalation skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure., • A trauma-informed, nurturing and relationship-led approach., • The ability to motivate and inspire learners who may have become disengaged from education., • A genuine passion for helping young people achieve positive outcomes. Whilst experience in mechanics, engineering or practical vocational learning is desirable, attitude, empathy and the ability to build meaningful relationships are equally important. What's on Offer? • Salary: £21,731 - £25,758, • Up to £2,500 annual performance bonus, • Full-time, permanent role, • Term-time only, • September 2026 start, • Ongoing training and professional development, • Excellent career progression opportunities, • Company pension, • Staff wellbeing initiatives, • Team celebrations and events, • Supportive and collaborative working environmentWhy Apply? This is far more than a Learning Mentor role. It's an opportunity to become a positive role model, helping young people overcome barriers, discover their strengths and achieve things they never thought possible. If you're passionate about building relationships, supporting young people, and making a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered for this exclusive opportunity.

Behaviour Mentor - SEMH & Vocational Learning Location: Basildon, Essex Salary: £21,731 - £25,758 + Up to £2,500 Annual Performance Bonus Contract: Full Time | Permanent | Term Time Only Working Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm (Direct learner contact: 9:00am - 2:30pm) Start Date: September 2026 (with the opportunity to start sooner by supporting learners within the Hospitality provision) Interviews: 6th July Build Relationships. Inspire Young People. Change Lives. New Chapter Tuition is proud to be working exclusively with a specialist vocational education provision to recruit a Behaviour Mentor for a full-time, permanent role. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing specialist provision supporting learners from KS3-KS5 with SEMH, ADHD, emotional and behavioural needs, and those who have experienced trauma. Through practical, hands-on vocational learning, you'll help learners rebuild confidence, re-engage with education and develop the skills they need to succeed in further education, employment and life. The Role As a Behaviour Mentor, you will: • Build positive, trusting relationships with learners., • Support learners on a 1:1 basis and in small groups of up to 8, delivering engaging vocational learning., • Support learners with SEMH, ADHD, SEND and additional needs., • Use effective de-escalation and positive behaviour management strategies., • Create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment., • Promote confidence, resilience and independence., • Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals to achieve positive learner outcomes.About You This role would particularly suit candidates with experience as a: • Behaviour Mentor, • Learning Mentor, • Teaching Assistant, • Sports Coach, • Youth Worker, • Alternative Provision Practitioner, • Vocational Instructor, • Mechanic, • Engineer, • Cadet Instructor To be successful, you'll have: • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills., • Experience supporting children and young people., • A genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people. Experience in mechanics, engineering or vocational learning is desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with the right attitude, resilience and commitment to helping young people succeed. What's on Offer? • Salary: £21,731 - £25,758, • Up to £2,500 annual performance bonus, • Full-time, permanent role, • Term-time only, • September 2026 start, with the opportunity to start sooner by supporting within the Hospitality provision, • Ongoing training and professional development, • Excellent career progression opportunities, • Company pension, • Staff wellbeing initiatives, • Team celebrations and events, • Supportive and collaborative working environmentWhy Apply? This is more than a Behaviour Mentor role. It's an opportunity to become a positive role model, helping young people overcome barriers, discover their strengths and achieve things they never thought possible. If you're passionate about building relationships, supporting young people and making a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered for this exclusive opportunity.

1:1 Outreach Tutor – New Way Tuition Ltd New Way Tuition Ltd is recruiting passionate outreach tutors to support students receiving alternative provision through engaging, tailored 1:1 sessions. About the Role As an Outreach Tutor, you will work with students from EYFS to Year 11 with a range of needs, including SEN and SEMH. Sessions take place in homes, libraries, or school settings depending on the learner’s circumstances. You will deliver personalised sessions in: • English • Maths • PSHE • Mentoring and engagement support Tutors Responsibilities • Plan and deliver personalised learning sessions • Support students with a range of SEN and behavioural needs • Build positive, trusting relationships with learners and families • Keep clear session notes and progress reports • Maintain safeguarding and professional standards at all times What You Need • QTS, QTLS, PGCE, or equivalent teaching qualification (desirable, not essential) • Experience as a TA, LSA, HLTA, mentor, youth worker, unqualified tutor, or in alternative provision/1:1 settings • Strong subject knowledge in English and/or Maths • Experience supporting students with SEN or SEMH • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain) • Confidence working independently and adapting lessons for diverse learners Why Join New Way Tuition Ltd? • Competitive pay for qualified teachers •...

About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it. Work in a children s home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children s lives. This role is ideal for experienced Residential Workers or Youth Workers, as well as those with no previous experience who are looking to build a career in residential care. We are looking for determined, caring and thoughtful people to become long-lasting, significant adults in a child s life, and this could be the role for you. Your responsibilities as a Night time Residential Worker will include: • Using your experience and skills (further developed with our support and training), you will assist with the care of our children and young people., • All our homes adopt therapeutic practise, giving you the opportunity to develop into a specialist care provider. Training also includes reflective practise to consistently improve the way we care for children., • You will create positive relationships with the children, meeting their needs and always safeguarding them., • You will meet a variety of children and young people, some of whom may require high levels of supervision and support. What makes us different? • We make a house a home - We invest heavily in ensuring homes are beautifully decorated and looked after, so children can express their characters, feel safe, and enrich their lives., • Generous budgets devoted to children Each of our homes are given substantial investment to allow for all children to really experience a childhood. This includes holidays abroad, recreational activities, and special events., • Direct therapeutic work with children We aim to provide all children with therapy, driven by industry leading psychologists and practise. This will include therapeutic training for all staff., • Bespoke systems You ll spend more time working directly with children rather than duplicating reports and paperwork with our bespoke, time saving incident reporting system., • Detailed and supportive training We give you a Skills to Care induction. All new starters complete 2 separate weeks of classroom-based training as well as a week of shadow shifts to best prepare you for your new role.Please note that you must be 22 years old or above to apply as per children s homes regulations. You must also have a valid driving licence. The recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce and contains robust vetting procedures. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check. To be successful in your application you will be subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process and must always adhere to a strict code of conduct regarding your behaviour. Compass is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As we continue to grow, we know that we must have the most talented employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our children and young people.

Vocational Instructor - Mechanics, Engineering & Youth Development Location: Basildon, Essex Salary: £21,731 - £25,758 + Up to £2,500 Annual Performance Bonus Job Type: Full Time | Permanent | Term Time Only Working Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm (Direct learner contact: 9:00am - 2:30pm) Start Date: September 2026 (with the opportunity to start sooner by supporting learners within the Hospitality provision) Looking for a career where your practical skills can change lives? New Chapter Tuition is proud to be working exclusively with a specialist vocational education provision to recruit a Vocational Instructor to join their growing team in Basildon. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in mechanics, engineering, sports coaching, youth work, cadets, vocational training or behaviour mentoring to inspire young people through practical, hands-on learning. You'll support learners from KS3-KS5 with SEMH, ADHD, SEND, emotional and behavioural needs, and those who have experienced trauma, helping them rebuild confidence, develop practical skills and achieve positive futures. The Role As a Vocational Instructor, you will: Deliver engaging vocational learning on a 1:1 basis and in small groups of up to 8 learners. Build positive, trusting relationships with young people. Support learners with SEMH, ADHD, SEND and additional needs. Use effective de-escalation and positive behaviour management strategies. Create a safe, structured and engaging learning environment. Promote confidence, resilience and independence. Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals to support learner progress. About You This role would particularly suit candidates with experience as a: Mechanic or Motor Vehicle Technician Engineer Vocational Instructor Sports Coach Youth Worker Cadet Instructor or Armed Forces Instructor Behaviour Mentor/ Learning Mentor/ Teaching Assistant You'll also have: Experience working with children and young people. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Experience supporting learners with SEMH, ADHD, SEND or challenging behaviour. Strong de-escalation and behaviour management skills. A trauma-informed, patient and resilient approach. A genuine passion for helping young people succeed. Previous experience delivering vocational or practical learning is advantageous but not essential. If you have transferable skills, a positive attitude and a desire to inspire young people, we'd love to hear from you. What's on Offer? Salary: £21,731 - £25,758, Up to £2,500 annual performance bonus Full-time, permanent role, Term-time only Opportunity to start before September within the Hospitality provision Ongoing training and professional development Excellent career progression opportunities Company pension Staff wellbeing initiatives Team celebrations and events Supportive and collaborative working environment Why Join? This is more than a vocational instructor role. You'll become a mentor, role model and positive influence, helping young people overcome barriers, rediscover their confidence and develop the skills they need to succeed in education, employment and life. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can combine your practical experience with the opportunity to make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered for this exclusive opportunity

We are currently recruiting experienced Residential Support Workers to provide high-quality support within children's residential homes on a temporary and flexible basis across Essex. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced support workers looking for flexible work while making a real difference to the lives of children and young people. Shift Patterns Available: • Long day shifts, • Waking night shifts, • Sleep-in shifts, • Weekend and bank holiday work available About the Role You will be supporting children and young people with a range of emotional, behavioural and additional needs within residential care settings. Many of the young people have experienced trauma and require patient, consistent and therapeutic support to help them feel safe, develop independence and achieve positive outcomes. As part of a dedicated care team, you will help create a nurturing, structured environment where young people can thrive. Key Responsibilities • Build positive, professional and trusting relationships with children and young people., • Support daily routines, including morning, evening and bedtime routines where required., • Encourage independence and assist with developing life skills., • Promote emotional wellbeing through positive engagement and therapeutic support., • Plan and participate in activities that encourage learning, confidence and social development., • Manage behaviours that may challenge using calm, professional and trauma-informed approaches., • Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support plans., • Complete accurate daily records, incident reports and handovers., • Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times., • Work collaboratively with residential teams to provide consistent, high-quality care. Requirements • Applicants must be 21 years of age or over., • A full UK driving licence is essential., • Minimum 6 months' experience working with children or young people in residential care, supported accommodation, education, youth work or a similar setting., • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)., • Calm, patient and resilient approach., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Flexible and reliable with a commitment to delivering outstanding care. What We Offer • Flexible shifts to fit around your availability., • Weekly pay., • Opportunities to work across a variety of children's residential homes., • Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team., • Free mandatory training and opportunities for further professional development., • The chance to gain experience across a range of specialist services. If you're an experienced Residential Support Worker looking for flexible work and the opportunity to positively impact the lives of children and young people, we'd love to hear from you