SEMH Learning & Behaviour Mentor in Chippenham

Connex Education is recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEMH Learning & Behaviour Mentor to support pupils in a specialist educational setting in the Chippenham area. The role involves classroom‑based support and targeted interventions for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges, trauma‑related needs or additional learning difficulties. Build strong relationships and promote a nurturing, supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Support students inside and outside of the classroom to encourage engagement and positive learning behaviours.
• Build trusted relationships that promote confidence, emotional regulation and resilience.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external professionals.
• Support the implementation of behaviour strategies and individual support plans.
• Encourage a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Monitor and record student progress, behaviour and wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, behavioural or pastoral needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to supporting challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of individual pupils and classroom settings.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Connex Education.
• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• PAYE paid weekly.
• Free access to SEND Toolkit and CPD training courses.
• Funded formal qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL.
• Career progression opportunities through specialist training pathways.
• Wellbeing support and refresher training for modern educational settings.
• Support from a dedicated specialist SEND consultant throughout your placement journey.

Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding

Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023 and other relevant legislation.