Outreach Youth Mentor – Bristol

Lexia Education Services Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Training Including Team-

Competitive Pay £109.50–£130 per day

Mileage Reimbursed £0.45 per mile

Permanent opportunities up to £32,000/

CPD & Professional Development

Inclusive, Values-Led Community

Job summary

Lexia Education Services Ltd in Bristol is seeking an Outreach Youth Mentor to support students with SEMH/SEN in school and community settings. You’ll mentor 1:1 or small groups, foster expression through creativity, support emotional regulation, and promote positive behaviour with trauma-informed approaches.

We offer fully funded training (including Team Teach), competitive pay £109.50–£130 per day, mileage reimbursement, potential permanent contracts up to £32,000 per year, and ongoing CPD.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in SEMH/SEN settings is helpful
• Empathy, patience and commitment essential
• Ability to engage with schools, families and community partners

Responsibilities

• Mentor students 1:1 or in small groups
• Encourage expression through creativity (art, music, sport)
• Support emotional regulation and resilience
• Promote positive behaviour using trauma-informed approaches
• Collaborate with SENCOs, teachers and pastoral teams

Job description

Outreach Youth Mentor (SEMH / SEN Support) – Empower Young Lives Across Bristol

Join Lexia Education Services and Be the Positive Change a Young Person Needs

At Lexia, we believe every young person deserves the chance to unlock their unique potential and that the right support can mean the difference between giving up and rising up. We are redefining the calibre of educational support in the UK, pioneering Youth Mentors - with real stories, real experiences and the ability to connect deeply with our most at risk young people. When you focus on your values, your standards, and your truth - You don’t have to force anything. The right people find you. At Lexia, we believe mentoring isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room. It’s about being the steady one. The one who shows up. Listens without judgement. Stays when things get difficult. Because for many young people, consistency is rare. Belief is rare. Feeling truly seen is rare. We don’t chase young people to change. We create spaces where they feel safe enough to grow. When they feel safe - everything shifts. If you lead with empathy. If you believe progress can be quiet. If you know that one steady adult can change a life’s direction - you already understand what we’re building.

Join our 'Award-Winning' Community

As an Outreach Youth Mentor in Bristol, you’ll work directly with young people facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) and Special Educational Needs (SEN), by delivering a unique blend of intervention through both sport and academic support, you can help re-engage students with their education and learning. Whether you’ve worked in youth support before or are simply someone with empathy and drive, ready to venture into something new and rewarding – you’ll be welcomed, trained, and empowered to grow in a role that truly changes lives.

Here’s what sets Lexia Education Services apart:

• Genuine Impact – Your time, energy, and presence will help shape stronger, safer futures for young people with SEN and SEMH navigating complex emotional journeys.
• Bring your experience, we’ll help you grow – We value experience working with young people. It isn't essential, however we do prioritise people with experience. Once in your role you will have access to full training and ongoing mentorship, you’ll be supported to grow into the role with confidence from day one.
• Bristol-Based & Community-Led – Work locally, build real relationships, and see the difference you’re making every day.

What You’ll Be Doing as Youth Mentor

You’ll be working in a school and community setting in Bristol, providing individualised mentoring to students who need consistent, trusted role models. This is about showing up and being someone young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) and Special Educational Needs (SEN) can relate to.

• Mentor 1:1 or in Small Groups Support young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) and Special Educational Needs (SEN) through their daily journeys, meeting their personal and emotional needs.
• Encourage Expression Through Creativity Use art, music, sport, or your own specific skills to help students engage with their schoolwork and connect to their peers.
• Support Emotional Regulation Help young people develop their coping skills, offer calm guidance, and help students build resilience.
• Promote Positive Behaviour Use trauma-informed approaches and Team Teach techniques to reinforce boundaries in a compassionate way.
• Collaborate with Educators & Families Work closely with SENCOs, teachers, and pastoral teams to provide tailored support for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) and Special Educational Needs (SEN).

What Lexia Education Services Offers You

• Fully Funded Training Including Team Teach Certification
• Competitive Pay Earn £109.50 – £130 per day, depending on your placement
• Mileage Covered Receive £0.45 per mile for community-based, outreach travel
• Permanent Opportunities Available Transition into contracted school roles with earning potential up to £32,000 per year
• CPD & Professional Development Access ongoing training, support networks, and mentoring
• Inclusive, Values-Led Community Feel seen, supported, and celebrated for who you are and what you bring

You might have experience in youth work, coaching, mental health, social care, or creative sectors. Or maybe you’ve supported someone close to you and discovered your calling along the way. If you bring patience, empathy, and commitment, we’ll help you develop the skills you need.

“Being a Lexia Mentor changed my perspective completely. It’s the most rewarding work I’ve ever done – every student taught me something new. I’ll never forget those moments.”

- Luke, Lexia Youth Mentor