SEMH/ASD Learning Support Mentor – 9:30–3:30, Temp-Perm

Elementa Support Services Ltd; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Elementa is recruiting a SEND 1:1 Learning Support Mentor for SEMH needs in Weston-super-Mare. The role supports primary and secondary pupils with EHCPs, operating within a revolving-door provision with part-time and full-time options during a 60-day trial leading to permanent contracts.

The successful candidate will work 9:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with September 2026 start. Training opportunities, DBS checks and ongoing professional development are included.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with learners who have SEMH and have experienced trauma.
• Experience with ASC/ASD.
• Ability to act as a positive role model and deliver an alternative education curriculum.
• Training in positive behaviour management (Team Teach / PBM / MAPA and/or THRIVE) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an alternative education curriculum tailored to individual learners.
• Recognise emotional and educational needs and create learning activities accordingly.
• Respond to learner needs and create appropriate learning opportunities.
• Engage with parents to support learning at home and set boundaries.
• Support safeguarding and help learners maximise academic and personal outcomes.

Skills

SEMH experience

ASC/ASD experience

Behaviour management

Curriculum adaptation

Parental engagement

Job description

Elementa is recruiting a SEND 1:1 Learning Support Mentor for SEMH needs in Weston-super-Mare. The role supports primary and secondary pupils with EHCPs, operating within a revolving-door provision with part-time and full-time options during a 60-day trial leading to permanent contracts.

The successful candidate will work 9:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with September 2026 start. Training opportunities, DBS checks and ongoing professional development are included.