Overview
In this Youth Mentor role, you support young people with SEND and SEMH to build confidence and skills. You will mentor individuals and small groups, helping them navigate personal and educational development within a collaborative school-based setting. You’ll work with teachers, families, and external professionals to implement personalised support, focusing on emotional regulation and positive decision-making. This role offers professional development, a supportive team, and the chance to make a meaningful, lasting impact on young lives.
Pay / Benefits
- professional development and career progression opportunities
- ongoing training and skill development
- supportive and collaborative team environment
- free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training
- DBS checks processed and DBS Update Service
- temporary position with potential for permanent opportunity
Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group mentoring to young people with SEND and SEMH needs
- Support students in developing confidence, resilience, and positive social skills
- Help individuals overcome barriers to learning and personal development
- Encourage positive decision-making, goal setting, and self-belief
- Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment that promotes wellbeing
- Work collaboratively with teachers, families, and external professionals to implement personalised support plans
- Deliver targeted interventions and activities focused on emotional regulation and behaviour management
Key requirements
- A genuine passion for supporting young people with SEND and SEMH needs
- Excellent communication, mentoring, and relationship-building skills
- The ability to build trust and rapport with young people from diverse backgrounds
- Experience working with SEND or SEMH students in mentoring, youth work, education, or support roles (desirable)
- Empathy, patience, and resilience when working in challenging situations
- A positive and motivating approach that inspires young people to succeed
- communication
- relationship-building
- empathy
- patience
- resilience
- positive and motivating attitude
Youth Worker in Wolverhampton employer: Protocol Education
Join a vibrant and supportive school in Brent, where your role as a Year 4 Teacher will be valued and impactful. With competitive pay, guaranteed work agreements, and free professional development opportunities, you will thrive in a culture that celebrates collaboration and excellence. Experience a nurturing environment that not only prioritises student growth but also fosters your own professional journey through ongoing support and engaging social events.
