Do you believe that behaviour is communication?
Are you driven to support young people with social, emotional and mental health needs to feel safe, understood, and ready to learn?
We are seeking a committed, resilient SEMH Mentor to join a specialist provision within the Cabot Learning Federation, supporting pupils who need strong relationships, consistency, and a trauma‑informed approach to reach their potential.
This is a highly rewarding role where your ability to build trust, remain calm, and model positive behaviour will have a lasting impact on pupils' lives.
The Role
As an SEMH Mentor, you will:
Provide 1:1 and small‑group mentoring for pupils with SEMH needs
Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement throughout the school day
Implement trauma‑informed, relational and restorative approaches
Act as a consistent, trusted adult for pupils who may struggle with boundaries and routine
Work collaboratively with teaching, pastoral and leadership teams
Support individual behaviour plans and contribute to positive outcomesThis role is ideal for someone who understands that relationships come first, and that progress may be measured in small but meaningful steps.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
Has experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour
Can remain calm, reflective and confident in high‑pressure situations
Is proactive, emotionally resilient and solution‑focused
Understands the importance of consistency, structure and empathy
Is committed to safeguarding and positive child‑centred practiceExperience in education, youth work, mentoring, care, mental health or therapeutic settings is highly desirable