Pastoral Tutor

Education Matters Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth support organization is seeking a Pastoral Tutor / SEMH Mentor in Greater London to assist Key Stage 3 students in an Alternative Provision setting. Ideal candidates will have a background in sports or drama and be capable of delivering engaging activities to support students with SEMH needs. The role includes delivering 1:1 mentoring and small-group interventions while fostering emotional development and behaviour regulation. Competitive pay ranges from £200 to £245 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Experience in delivering 1:1 and small-group support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 mentoring and small-group interventions.
• Support behaviour regulation and emotional awareness.
• Implement behaviour support plans using calm, restorative approaches.

Skills

Behaviour management and de-escalation skills

Emotional resilience

1:1 and small-group support

Education

Degree in Sport, Drama, Youth Work, Psychology, Education, SEN or Social Care

Job description

We are seeking a confident and resilient Pastoral Tutor / SEMH Mentor to support Key Stage 3 students within an Alternative Provision setting. This role is ideal for candidates with a sports or drama background who can use practical, engaging activities to support students with SEMH needs, behaviour regulation, and emotional development.

£200 - £245 per day

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 mentoring and small‑group interventions
• Support behaviour regulation, emotional awareness and PSHE themes
• Deliver structured sessions through sport/physical activity or drama/creative approaches
• Support students during lessons, transitions and unstructured times
• Implement behaviour support plans using calm, restorative approaches
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records
• Work closely with teaching and pastoral teams

Essential Experience

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs
• Strong behaviour management and de‑escalation skills
• Experience delivering 1:1 and small‑group support
• Emotional resilience and a relational, trauma‑informed approach

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Degree in Sport, Drama, Youth Work, Psychology, Education, SEN or Social Care
• Sports, drama, coaching or youth work qualifications are advantageous

Safeguarding

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong safeguarding awareness

This role suits individuals who can engage young people through movement or creativity, remain calm under pressure, and are committed to making a meaningful difference.