Job description
Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Learning Support Mentor to work with a secondary-aged pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs at our client autism specialist school in Lyndhurst, Hampshire.
About the Role
As a 1:1 Support Mentor, you will work closely with one secondary-aged pupil, providing consistent, personalised support throughout the school day. Your role will involve:
1. Building a trusting, positive relationship that helps the pupil feel safe, understood, and motivated.
2. Supporting the pupil to regulate emotions, manage behaviour, and develop resilience.
3. Encouraging engagement in lessons by breaking down tasks, offering reassurance, and promoting independence.
4. Using restorative, trauma-informed, and proactive strategies to help the pupil navigate challenges.
5. Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals to ensure the pupil receives the right support.
6. Helping the pupil develop social skills, confidence, and a sense of belonging within the school community.
What We’re Looking For
7. A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
8. Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with young people.
9. GCSE English & Maths (grade C/level 4 or above).
10. Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs is highly desirable.
11. Understanding of behaviour as communication and a willingness to use positive, relationship-based approaches.
12. Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive mindset.
13. Experience in education, youth work, or care is beneficial, but passion and commitment are just as important.
Role Details
14. Hours: Mon-Tue: 08:30-16:30 Wed-Thu: 08:30-16:00 Fri: 08:30-15:00
15. Contract: Term-time only / Temp-to-Perm
16. Pay: From £14 per hour
17. Location: Lyndhurst, Hampshire
Requirements
18. Right to work in the UK
19. Enhanced Child Barred List DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
20. References covering the last 24 months
If you’re ready to bring patience, creativity, and genuine care to a role where you can change a young person’s school experience for the better, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV today and take the first step toward making a meaningful difference.