Learning Mentor

Tradewind Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Learning Mentor to join a specialist SEMH school in Hull. The role involves providing one-on-one and small-group support to students with challenging behaviours and complex emotional needs. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH and a compassionate approach to helping young people thrive. Opportunities for professional development and long-term work are available.

Benefits

Daily rate of £85 - £100

Access to high-quality CPD

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunity for permanent roles

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEMH and additional needs.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• A compassionate, patient, and flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students, helping them access the curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to deliver tailored curriculum.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

De-escalation skills

Compassionate approach

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Ready to use your passion for supporting young people to help them thrive? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Learning Mentor to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school in Hull, starting immediately.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, well-resourced environment where staff are committed to helping every student overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. You will be working with students who may present with challenging behaviours, Autism, ADHD, and complex emotional needs, providing key support in a nurturing and structured setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students, helping them access the curriculum and manage their emotions.
• Work collaboratively with the teaching staff to deliver a tailored curriculum and differentiated activities.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment for all students.
• Use trauma-informed and behaviour management strategies effectively to de-escalate situations and promote positive behaviour.
• Help track and monitor student progress, contributing to reports and meetings as necessary.

The ideal candidate will have

• Experience working with young people with SEMH and additional needs.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• A compassionate, patient, and flexible approach.
• A genuine desire to support vulnerable learners and act as a positive role model.

Why work with Tradewind?

• Daily rate of 85 - 100, depending on experience.
• Access to high-quality CPD, including Team Teach and SEND training.
• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support.
• Opportunity for long-term work with potential for permanent roles.

If you're looking to work in a rewarding and challenging setting where you can truly make an impact, we want to hear from you.

Please apply through the usual channels or contact your local Tradewind office for more information about the role.