Criminology Graduate – Aspiring Psychologist – Southend
Criminology Graduate – Aspiring Psychologist – Southend – Starting April 20th 2026!
Student Support Mentor – SEMH & Vulnerable Learners (Secondary School)
Pay: £101.40 per day
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Start Date: April 20th, 2026
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, term time only
Are you a Criminology or Social Science graduate looking to apply your knowledge of human behaviour in a real-world setting? Do you want to understand the link between social factors, trauma, and educational outcomes?
Milk Education, a wellbeing-led and eco-friendly agency, is recruiting passionate graduates to work in a secondary school in Southend. In this Student Support Mentor role, you will support vulnerable pupils to improve their attendance, regulate their emotions, and re-engage with their education.
The Role: Student Support Mentor – Criminology Graduate (Secondary)
This role focuses on supporting students at risk of underachievement, persistent absence, or exclusion. These pupils often present with complex needs, including:
1. Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs
2. Trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
3. Anxiety, low mood, anger, or emotionally driven behaviour
4. Challenging or disruptive behaviour linked to unmet needs
5. SEN or undiagnosed additional needs
6. Significant barriers to attendance, engagement, and learning
You will work closely with pastoral teams, SENCOs, and teaching staff to help students regulate emotions, rebuild trust in adults, and access learning in a safe and consistent environment.
Your Experience Will Include:
7. 1:1 and small-group mentoring for vulnerable pupils
8. Supporting emotional regulation, self-control, and positive behaviour choices
9. Working with students with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges
10. Mentoring pupils to improve attendance, punctuality, and engagement
11. Implementing personalised behaviour and support strategies
12. Using trauma-informed, restorative, and relational approaches
13. Supporting classroom learning where appropriate
14. Building trusting relationships with disengaged or high-risk learners
15. Gaining hands-on exposure to safeguarding, behaviour management, and pastoral care
This role is an excellent foundation for graduates considering careers in Psychology, Youth Justice, Mental Health, Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Therapy.
Why This Role Is Valuable Experience for a Criminology Graduate
You will develop:
16. A strong understanding of adolescent behaviour and SEMH needs
17. Insight into the link between trauma, behaviour, attendance, and attainment
18. Practical experience supporting complex emotional and behavioural needs
19. Skills in mentoring, motivation, de-escalation, and relationship-based practice
Why Join Milk Education?
Training & CPD:
20. Free CPD including SEMH, Trauma-Informed Practice, Behaviour & De-escalation, Safeguarding, and Mental Health Awareness
21. Career-focused development aligned with psychology and mental health pathways
Wellbeing & Support:
22. Access to a mental health and wellbeing platform (including counselling)
23. A dedicated consultant who understands your long-term career goals
Benefits for You:
24. Competitive daily pay (£101.40 per day)
25. Fast-track registration and compliance
26. Flexible working opportunities (term time only)
27. 5-star rated agency with 3,000+ reviews
28. Free access to Milk Academy (1,000+ discounted CPD courses)
29. FREE wellbeing resources and school preparation materials
30. 24/7 consultant support
31. Work with the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency
32. Nationwide network of schools and trusts
Who We’re Looking For:
33. Criminology, Psychology, Sociology, or Social Science graduates
34. Aspiring Psychologists, Mental Health Practitioners, Youth Justice or Youth Workers
35. Calm, empathetic, and resilient individuals
36. Graduates passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs
37. Those motivated to improve attendance, attainment, and wellbeing
38. Candidates confident in building relationships with challenging or disengaged learners
Ready to make a difference?
Click ‘Apply Now’ or get in touch to find out more about this rewarding opportunity starting this April.
Criminology Graduate – Aspiring Psychologist – Southend – Education and Training