SEMH Learning Mentor: 1:1 Support for a Year 10 Student

Senploy; Royal Borough of Greenwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is seeking an experienced SEMH Learning Mentor / Behaviour Support Practitioner to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 10 student in Greenwich. The role focuses on emotional regulation, trauma-informed practice and building trust to enable safe access to learning.

The ideal candidate will have substantial SEMH experience, de-escalation skills and a calm, consistent approach, with DBS checks or willingness to apply. This is a full-time position based in Greenwich.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience supporting young people with SEMH needs.
• Experience with trauma, emotional dysregulation and challenging behaviour.
• Strong understanding of contextual safeguarding risks.
• Confidence using trauma-informed practice and de-escalation strategies.
• Experience using restorative approaches and emotional regulation techniques.
• A calm, resilient and consistent approach.
• Strong behavior management and relationship-building skills.
• Experience within SEMH schools, Alternative Provision, PRUs, youth justice or residential care is highly desirable.
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 10 student with complex SEMH needs.
• Support emotional regulation, behaviour, engagement and access to learning.
• Use trauma-informed practice to build trust and provide consistent support.
• Apply de-escalation strategies and restorative approaches when needed.
• Maintain clear professional boundaries while developing a positive working relationship.
• Support the student with routines, expectations and safe learning behaviors.
• Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, SENCOs and external professionals.
• Help reduce barriers to learning and encourage positive progress.

Skills

SEMH experience

Trauma-informed

De-escalation

Restorative approaches

Behaviour management

Relationship-building

Job description

Senploy is seeking an experienced SEMH Learning Mentor / Behaviour Support Practitioner to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 10 student in Greenwich. The role focuses on emotional regulation, trauma-informed practice and building trust to enable safe access to learning.

The ideal candidate will have substantial SEMH experience, de-escalation skills and a calm, consistent approach, with DBS checks or willingness to apply. This is a full-time position based in Greenwich.