Job Description

Learning Mentor- Children & Young People (CYP)

Chelmsford, Maldon & Colchester District, Essex

Term-Time Only | Monday-Friday, 9am-4:30pm | Zero-Hours Contract

Permanent roles available soon

Crosspath Care is excited to launch a dedicated service supporting children and young people (CYP) aged 11-25 across Essex. Starting this November, this therapeutic service focuses on helping CYP re-engage with education, build life skills, and work towards personal goals in a nurturing, structured environment.

We're looking for passionate, experienced support workers who want to make a real difference in the lives of young people--working exclusively with CYP during school term time.

About the Role

This is a CYP-only support role, ideal for those seeking consistent daytime hours during the school term. You'll work therapeutically with young people to:

Rebuild confidence and emotional resilience Support re-engagement with education and learning Develop social, emotional, and practical life skills Help CYP work towards personal goals in a safe, structured setting

Core Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9am-4:30pm (Term Time Only)

Contract Type:

Zero-hours initially, with permanent part-time/full-time roles available soon

Training & Development

We offer specialist training and ongoing support to help you thrive in this role:

Mental Health, Autism, Safeguarding, and CYP-focused training Supervision and reflective practice Access to the Crosspath Development Programme Funded qualifications in Health & Social Care (Levels 2-5), Mental Health, and Autism
Additional Info

Driving is essential for this role Travel paid at your hourly rate Mileage paid at 45p per mile Free DBS and training Holiday pay included
Key Responsibilities

Deliver person-centred therapeutic support to CYP Promote independence, emotional wellbeing, and safety Implement behaviour support strategies Maintain accurate records and communicate with the wider team Transport CYP to appointments and activities
Benefits

Term-time hours with a healthy work-life balance Thousands of discounts via the Blue Light Card Supportive team and clear career pathways Opportunity to specialise and grow within a developing CYP service
Requirements

Experience working with children and young people is essential Passion for making a difference in young lives Ability to work independently and as part of a team Commitment to term-time availability, Monday-Friday
Apply or enquire today: 01787 827570

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.86-13.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Employee discount Referral programme
Application question(s):

Driving is essential do you drive and have a car?
Experience:

Children and Young People : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

UK drivers licence and a car (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road