1:1 Support Mentor

Engage Education; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEMH environment

Meaningful impact

Supportive team

Skills development

Positive influence

Job summary

Engage Education is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Support Mentor for a SEMH school in Preston. This full-time, term-time role focuses on personalised 1:1 and small-group mentoring to help students overcome barriers to learning and build confidence.

You will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support individual needs, manage emotions, and develop resilience in students with SEMH challenges.

Qualifications

• Has experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, additional needs or challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 support for students with SEMH needs.
• Supporting students in small group sessions to develop learning, social skills and confidence.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Helping students manage emotions, regulate behaviour and develop coping strategies.
• Encouraging engagement with learning and school routines.
• Supporting students to develop resilience, independence and self-esteem.
• Acting as a positive role model and trusted adult.
• Working alongside teachers and the wider pastoral team to support individual needs.

Job description

1:1 Support Mentor SEMH School

Location: Preston
Full-Time Term Time Only

Make a real difference to the lives of young people.

We are looking for a caring, resilient and enthusiastic 1:1 Support Mentor to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Preston

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people who may have faced challenges within mainstream education. You will provide dedicated 1:1 support and small group mentoring, helping students build confidence, develop positive relationships and overcome barriers to learning.

The Role

As a 1:1 Support Mentor, you will work closely with individual students and small groups to provide personalised support and encouragement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing tailored 1:1 support for students with SEMH needs.
• Supporting students in small group sessions to develop learning, social skills and confidence.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Helping students manage emotions, regulate behaviour and develop coping strategies.
• Encouraging engagement with learning and school routines.
• Supporting students to develop resilience, independence and self-esteem.
• Acting as a positive role model and trusted adult.
• Working alongside teachers and the wider pastoral team to support individual needs.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, additional needs or challenging behaviour.
• Is patient, calm and able to build strong relationships.
• Has the confidence to support students on a 1:1 basis and within small groups.
• Can provide consistent boundaries alongside a caring and supportive approach.
• Has excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Is passionate about helping young people achieve their potential.

Previous experience as a Learning Mentor, Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Support Worker, Sports Coach or Residential Support Worker would be highly beneficial.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work within a supportive SEMH school environment.
• A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact every day.
• A supportive team committed to helping young people succeed.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience within education and pastoral support.
• The chance to be a positive influence in a young person's life.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to make a genuine difference through 1:1 mentoring and small group support, we would love to hear from you.