Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting passionate and resilient SEMH Learning Mentors to support pupils across specialist and mainstream schools in Wigan and Bolton.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and achieve their potential.
The Role
As an SEMH Learning Mentor, you will provide targeted support to pupils who may experience Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to engage positively with education and develop the skills they need to succeed.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Providing 1:1 and small-group mentoring support
- Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils
- Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and wellbeing
- Helping pupils manage barriers to learning
- Supporting positive behaviour and engagement
- Encouraging confidence, resilience and independence
- Working closely with teachers, pastoral teams and SEN staff
- Supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom
We’re Looking For
We’re keen to hear from people with experience in roles such as Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Support Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Residential Support Worker or similar.
You’ll ideally be:
- Patient, empathetic and resilient
- Confident managing challenging situations
- Able to build strong relationships with young people
- Calm and consistent in your approach
- Passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs
- A positive role model with excellent communication skills
Previous experience working with SEMH, challenging behaviour or vulnerable young people is highly desirable.
Opportunities Across Wigan & Bolton
If you’re looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of young people, this could be the opportunity for you.
Teaching Personnel – supporting schools, supporting pupils, supporting futures.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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Semh Learning Mentor in Royton employer: Teaching Personnel Ltd
Teaching Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in Wolverhampton, this role provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while collaborating with dedicated colleagues and engaging with the community. With a commitment to high standards and continuous development, employees can thrive in an environment that values innovation and integrity.
