At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with SEN and SEMH needs to thrive in their education.
- Company: Join a dedicated team making a real difference in students' lives.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing training, and potential for permanent roles.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be a mentor and positively impact vulnerable young people's futures.
- Qualifications: Experience with youth work or education and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
Make a Difference Every Day
Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential? We are seeking dedicated and resilient Youth Behaviour & School Support Mentors to work within specialist schools supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This rewarding role is ideal for individuals with experience in youth work, mentoring, education, support work, coaching, care, or behaviour support who are looking to have a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable young people.
The Role
As a Youth Behaviour & School Support Mentor, you will work closely with students who may display challenging behaviours or require additional emotional and educational support. You will help create a positive learning environment, build trusting relationships, and support pupils both in and out of the classroom.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students with SEN and SEMH needs within specialist school settings.
- Build positive and professional relationships with pupils to promote engagement and confidence.
- Assist with behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
- Support learning activities alongside teachers and support staff.
- Encourage positive social interactions and personal development.
- Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
- Monitor and report on student progress and wellbeing.
What We're Looking For
- Experience working with children or young people in education, youth work, care, sports coaching, mentoring, or similar settings.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Patience, resilience, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
- A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work in rewarding SEN and SEMH school environments.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Dedicated consultant support.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities.
Apply Today
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can positively impact the lives of young people and help them succeed both academically and emotionally, we'd love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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