SEMH Behaviour Mentor | Teen Engagement (Gateshead)

AMA Admin; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

APSCo Compliance+ accredited

Culture-matched placements

Priority Partnership school network

Milk Academy training

PSHE lesson plans and resources

Educator Wellbeing resources

School Preparation Pack

24/7 consultant support

Job summary

Milk Education is currently seeking a dedicated Behavioural Mentor to join a SEMH specialist secondary setting in Gateshead. You will support pupils with emotional regulation and help re-engage with learning, building positive relationships.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group mentoring, working with teachers and families, and maintaining records of interventions and pupil progress. The ideal candidate has experience with children or young people and a patient, empathetic approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational or pastoral setting.
• Confident supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and emotional needs.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Able to establish strong professional relationships with pupils.
• Consistent and confident when implementing behaviour strategies.
• A positive role model with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group mentoring to pupils.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Supporting pupils to develop effective strategies for managing their behaviour and emotions.
• Helping pupils re-engage with learning and the wider school community.
• Supporting positive behaviour management strategies.
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, SEN teams and families where appropriate.
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Maintaining accurate records of interventions and pupil progress.
• Creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Pastoral support

Communication

Empathy

Professional relationships

Job description

Milk Education is currently seeking a dedicated Behavioural Mentor to join a SEMH specialist secondary setting in Gateshead. You will support pupils with emotional regulation and help re-engage with learning, building positive relationships.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group mentoring, working with teachers and families, and maintaining records of interventions and pupil progress. The ideal candidate has experience with children or young people and a patient, empathetic approach.