Behaviour Mentor: Support SEMH Students to Thrive

Academics; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a specialist school in Chelmsford. You will work with children and young people who face barriers to learning due to trauma, behavioural challenges, or SEN, providing patient support and steady guidance to help them engage with education.

You will build trust with pupils, support emotional wellbeing, and collaborate with teachers and therapists to create personalised strategies that unlock each learner's potential in a safe, nurturing

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs, SEMH, autism, ADHD or trauma.
• Calm under pressure and excellent communication to build relationships.
• Experience in education, youth work, care, coaching or support work is welcomed; a genuine passion for supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Work one-to-one with pupils and in small groups to build engagement and emotional wellbeing.
• Support students in developing positive behaviours and managing their emotions to access learning in a safe, structured environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to create personalised strategies that help pupils overcome barriers to education and reach their full potential.

Skills

Experience with children

Calm under pressure

Good communication

Job description

Academics is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a specialist school in Chelmsford. You will work with children and young people who face barriers to learning due to trauma, behavioural challenges, or SEN, providing patient support and steady guidance to help them engage with education.

You will build trust with pupils, support emotional wellbeing, and collaborate with teachers and therapists to create personalised strategies that unlock each learner's potential in a safe, nurturing