Job Description

The Role

Do you see yourself making a real difference in the lives of young people with SEND?

Can you use your skills to promote independence, confidence and community inclusion?

Does the idea of joining a dynamic, person-centred team appeal to you?

If yes, we have the perfect role for you!



Within Adult Social Care our

Adults Provider Services - Southwark Resource Centre

is looking for a passionate and dedicated

SEND Progression Mentor

to join our team and help young people with SEND reach their full potential.

About the Role:

As a

SEND Progression Mentor

, you will play a vital role in supporting young people with learning disabilities, autism, sensory needs, and physical disabilities to achieve their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes. You will:


Provide person-centred, outcome-focused interventions in the community, in the Southwark Resource Centre, or in other appropriate settings. Act as a keyworker for individuals, facilitating tailored activities to build confidence, promote inclusion, and increase independence. Connect people with local networks, community services, and digital resources to enhance well-being and resilience. Support and encourage participation through emotional, behavioural and practical support, including personal care when needed.

About You:

We are looking for someone who is:


Experienced in supporting individuals with complex needs, including those with behaviours of concern. Skilled in facilitating group and individual activities that align with EHCP outcomes. Able to develop communication skills and deliver inclusive support using a positive behaviour support (PBS) framework. Comfortable providing personal care, manual handling, and working flexibly in both centre-based and community settings.

Recruitment timetable

Advert close date: 11:59pm on 11th July 2025



Shortlisting date/s: w/c 14th July 2025



Interview date/s: 18th July 2025

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme:

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:


Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition



We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our

Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

Job Reference: SC07500