SEMH Behaviour Mentor – Help Teens Thrive

AMA Admin; South Shields; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm routes

APSCo Compliance+

Culture-matched placements

Priority Partnership network

Job summary

Milk Education are recruiting a Behaviour Mentor to support teenagers with SEMH needs in South Tyneside. You will build positive relationships with students aged 11-16, help them manage emotions and re-engage with learning in a supportive school environment.

The role involves 1:1 and small group support, collaboration with teachers and pastoral staff, and promoting a calm, inclusive culture within the school day.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting young people in a school, alternative provision, youth work, care or similar setting is desirable but not essential
• Experienced Support Workers, Youth Workers, Sports Coaches, Residential Support Workers or those with mentoring experience are encouraged to apply
• A genuine passion for supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning
• A calm, patient, resilient and empathetic approach when supporting challenging or dysregulated behaviour
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to remain consistent and positive when faced with challenging situations
• Ability to work proactively, both independently and as part of a wider pastoral team
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills
• An Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Responsibilities

• Providing consistent 1:1 and small group support for students aged 11-16 with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students and becoming a reliable and supportive adult in their school day
• Supporting students with emotional regulation, behaviour management and developing positive coping strategies
• Helping students identify triggers and develop strategies to manage challenging situations
• Encouraging students to re-engage with learning and develop confidence, resilience and independence
• Supporting pupils who may display dysregulated or challenging behaviours, responding calmly and consistently
• Working alongside teachers, pastoral staff and the wider support team to implement individual behaviour and support strategies
• Promoting positive behaviour, attendance, engagement and a sense of belonging within the school
• Creating a calm, safe and inclusive environment where students feel respected, understood and supported

Skills

Relationship building

Behaviour support

Emotional regulation

Communication skills

Patience and resilience

Job description

Milk Education are recruiting a Behaviour Mentor to support teenagers with SEMH needs in South Tyneside. You will build positive relationships with students aged 11-16, help them manage emotions and re-engage with learning in a supportive school environment.

The role involves 1:1 and small group support, collaboration with teachers and pastoral staff, and promoting a calm, inclusive culture within the school day.