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Learning Mentor

ROBERT OWEN COMMUNITIES
North Tawton
Full-time
7th May 2026
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Learning Mentor

Job details

  • Location: North Tawton
  • Salary: £13.25 per hour
  • Expiry date: 07/05/2026
  • Contract - Full Time, Contract - Part Time

Join Our Team as a Learning Mentor at ROC College

Are you kind and caring, with a passion for helping young people achieve their goals?

Would you like a role with variety and a sense of fulfilment, where you can truly make a difference in the lives of young people with a range of needs?

If so, we’d love to hear from you! United Response is looking for friendly, supportive individuals with experience of working with those who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to join our education team at ROC College.

LOCATION: North TawtonFUNCTION: ROC CollegeACCOUNTABLE TO: Curriculum ManagerACCOUNTABLE FOR: Supporting and mentoring individuals within ROC CollegeHOURS: 37.5 hours per week, Term Time Only (x2 positions available)SALARY: £13.25 per hour

Who We Are

United Response is a registered charity, founded in 1973. Our mission is to ensure that individuals with learning disabilities, mental, or physical support needs have the opportunity to live life to the fullest. We support around 2,000 people across more than 300 locations in England and Wales, with over 3,600 staff members.

ROC College, a part of United Response, is a specialist college providing person-centred, community-based teaching and learning withinDevon and Somerset. We work with young people aged 16–25 with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from applicants with experience of working with individuals with SEND. You should be patient, supportive, enthusiastic, and creative, able to provide accessible education content tailored to our students. Flexibility to travel across the community with students is required. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to further develop their skills and experience in teaching and learning.

We are looking for someone with experience of working with individuals who have complex learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge. The ability to work as part of a small team is also crucial. Additionally, the ideal candidate will either have experience with Proloquo2, Makaton, or be willing to participate in training for these communication methods.

What to Expect

What We Can Offer You

United Response offers a comprehensive benefits package for all employees, including:

  • Pension contribution

  • Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, and advice services

  • Employee shopping discounts and eligibility for the Blue Light Card

  • Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers

  • Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications

  • Two times basic salary life assurance scheme

  • Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

  • A collaborative and caring team to support you

  • Potential for career progression

  • Two wellbeing days per year because your health matters

United Response is proud to be an equal opportunities workplace. We are committed to the Mindful Employer values and are a Disability Confident employer, providing support to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you need assistance navigating our website or completing your application, please contact us at recruitment@unitedresponse.org.uk.

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