At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with emotional and mental health needs to re-engage with education.
- Company: Local Education, a trusted agency dedicated to supporting vulnerable students.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, meaningful work, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be a positive influence in students' lives and help them thrive academically.
- Qualifications: Empathy, patience, and a passion for supporting young people.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 30000 £ per year.
SEMH Learning Mentor Some young people do not need another adult telling them what they have done wrong.
They need a calm, consistent professional who can build trust, hold boundaries and help them re-engage with education.
Local Education is recruiting SEMH Learning Mentors and Behaviour Support staff for September roles across specialist provisions, alternative education, inclusion settings and mainstream schools in South Essex.
As an independent Essex agency and GCA-approved supplier, Local Education is developing more partnerships with schools and trusts that support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
We are looking for people who understand that strong relationships and clear expectations must work together.
What does an SEMH Learning Mentor do?
You may support pupils who have experienced disrupted education, trauma, anxiety, exclusion, challenging behaviour or difficulty regulating emotions.
The role is not to punish or fix a young person.
It is to provide reliable support, maintain safe boundaries and help pupils access learning successfully.
Responsibilities may include: - Building consistent professional relationships - Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small-group basis - Helping young people regulate emotions and return to learning - Reinforcing behaviour plans and school expectations - Supporting attendance, engagement and reintegration - Delivering mentoring or intervention a...
SEMH Learning Mentor in Essex employer: Local Education
Join a supportive secondary school in Rayleigh, where your role as a Student Support Supervisor will allow you to make a meaningful impact on students' lives every day. With a focus on fostering a positive and safe learning environment, the school offers a collaborative work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to staff well-being. Enjoy a rewarding career in education with a dedicated team that values your contributions and encourages personal development.
