SEMH Behaviour Mentor Step into Psychology and Education
Salary: GBP90 : GBP95 per day (Full:Time, Term Time Only)
Start Date: Immediate / April 2026
Are you a Psychology graduate or a Youth Worker looking to transition into a clinical or educational career? Use your experience in mentorship and emotional intelligence to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is more than a job:it is a foundation for a career in Educational Psychology, Social Work, or Teaching.
Your Gateway to a Specialist Career
For many young people, traditional classrooms feel out of reach. As an SEMH Behaviour Mentor, you arent just managing conduct; you are decoding the why behind the behaviour. We are looking for resilient individuals:from Psychology graduates to ex:Sports Coaches want to gain high:level experience in a specialist SEN (Special Educational Needs) environment.
* Career Progression: Perfect for those seeking hours for a Doctorate in Educational Psychology or a PGCE.
* Specialist CPD (2026): Gain certified training in Trauma:Informed Practice, Team:Teach (De:escalation), and Mental Health First Aid.
* Weekly Pay: Competitive daily rates (GBP90 : GBP95) paid via Randstad with no umbrella company hidden fees.
* Supportive Community: Work alongside SENCOs and Speech and Language Therapists in a resource:rich, collaborative hub.
The Role: Mentoring with Purpose
In this full:time role, you will act as a 1:1 specialist for students with ADHD, ASD, and Attachment Disorders.
* Build Therapeutic Alliances: Use a Relational Approach to build trust with students who have disengaged from learning.
* Behaviour Intervention: Implement Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans and help pupils manage emotional triggers.
* Small Group Support: Facilitate Nurture Groups focusing on social skills, resilience, and emotional literacy.
* Progress Tracking: Maintain detailed logs on student engagement to support EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) reviews.
Essential Requirements
To be successful in this SEN Mentor role, you should possess:
* Education/Experience: A degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Criminology OR 1+ years of experience in Youth Work/Social Care.
* Resilience: The ability to handle challenging verbal and physical behaviours with a calm, non:judgemental can:do attitude.
* Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with parents, teachers, and external healthcare professionals.
* Compliance: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (we can assist with a new application if required).
Apply Now
Ready to bridge the gap between education and mental health support?
How : Submit your CV today by clicking Apply Now for an initial screening call with our specialist SEND recruitment team.
Contact: Reach out to Robbie Day at for a confidential discussion about our current SEMH vacancies in your local area.