SEMH Behaviour Mentor - Secondary School

Teaching Personnel; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational support provider in Birmingham seeks a calm and resilient SEMH Behaviour Mentor for secondary school students. The role involves providing essential support to young people facing behavioural challenges. You will work one-on-one and in small groups, helping students regulate their emotions and make positive choices. Strong interpersonal skills and experience with SEMH needs are crucial. This is a full-time, temporary position with potential for permanence.

Benefits

Continuous support from a dedicated consultant

Free child protection training

Opportunity for CPD training

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Ability to remain calm and reflective in challenging situations.
• Skills to build respectful and trusting relationships with teenagers.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary-aged students with SEMH needs.
• Work one-to-one and in small groups to build emotional regulation.
• Help students manage behaviour in a supportive way.
• Be a consistent, trusted adult.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families.

Skills

Experience with SEMH or behavioural needs

Calm and reflective in challenging situations

Build respectful relationships

Understanding trauma-informed approaches

Passionate about helping young people

Job description

SEMH Behaviour Mentor – Secondary School (Birmingham)

Location: Birmingham B23
Hours: Full-time, 8:30am–3:30pm

Do you have a steady presence and the ability to connect with young people who may not always find school easy? Do you believe that with the right support, consistency, and trust, every student can move forward? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a SEMH Behaviour Mentor to support students in a Secondary SEMH setting in Birmingham. This role is about understanding the reasons behind behaviour, building strong relationships, and helping young people develop the skills they need to regulate emotions, make positive choices, and engage with learning.

This is a role for someone who is calm, patient, and resilient — someone who can show up every day and be a reliable adult for students who need it most.

What Your Role Will Look Like:

• Supporting secondary-aged students with SEMH needs
• Working one-to-one and in small groups to build emotional regulation and social skills
• Helping students manage behaviour in a supportive, restorative way
• Being a consistent, trusted adult throughout the school day
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and families to provide joined-up support

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with young people with SEMH or behavioural needs
• Remains calm and reflective in challenging situations
• Can build respectful, trusting relationships with teenagers
• Understands trauma-informed and restorative approaches
• Is passionate about helping young people feel understood and valued

What We Offer:

• Continuous support and communication from a dedicated consultant
• Strong teamwork and guidance
• A meaningful role where your presence truly makes a difference
• Up to date CPD training

If you’re someone who believes in second chances, steady support, and the power of positive relationships, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply by sending your CV or email me on [e-mail]

Applications sent with out a CV will not be considered.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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