SEMH Learning Mentor

Monarch Recruitment Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Learning Mentor to support young people with SEMH needs in Rugby. The role involves working closely with students to promote emotional regulation and positive behavior in a nurturing environment. This temporary position offers the potential for permanent placement and requires a background in education, care, or similar fields.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, ASC, or additional needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH and ASC needs during lessons and off-site activities.
• Build trusting relationships with students.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions focused on wellbeing.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or ASC

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Calm, patient, and empathetic approach

Ability to support vulnerable learners

Education

Background in education, care, psychology, youth work

Job description

Job Title: Learning Mentor – SEMH Support
Location: Rugby
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temporary (with potential for permanent placement)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (term time only)

Make a Real Impact – Support Young People with SEMH Needs in a Specialist School Setting

Monarch Education, part of Affinity Workforce, is proud to be working in close partnership with a highly respected Alternative Provision SEND school in Rugby. This nurturing and inclusive setting supports children and young people aged 7-17 who have experienced significant barriers to learning, including trauma, social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges, and autism spectrum conditions (ASC).

The school provides a therapeutic and structured environment where pupils receive tailored support to help them regulate emotions, build resilience, and re-engage with education. With small class sizes and a strong pastoral focus, staff work collaboratively to meet the individual needs of every learner.

We are currently seeking a compassionate and proactive Learning Mentor to join this dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with experience in education, care, psychology, or youth work who is passionate about making a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils with SEMH and ASC needs during lessons and off-site activities
• Build trusting relationships with students to promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions focused on wellbeing, social skills, and engagement
• Assist teachers and support staff in creating inclusive and structured learning environments
• Help manage behaviour using trauma-informed and restorative approaches
• Contribute to pupil progress tracking and pastoral support plans

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, ASC, or additional needs
• Background in education, care, psychology, youth work, or similar fields
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Ability to work both on-site and off-site, supporting pupils in varied environments
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

Monarch Education are proud to be a leading recruitment specialist in the Education industry. We are passionate about our people and the services we provide to our candidates. Working with Monarch Education will give you access too: