SEMH Learning Mentor: Calm 1:1 Support & Growth

Senploy; London Borough of Barking and Dagenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is seeking a Learning Mentor for our SEMH specialist school in Barking and Dagenham. You will build trusting relationships with pupils, mentor them 1:1 and in small groups, and help re-engage learners in the classroom with calm, positive strategies.

You will support teachers and therapists, contribute to behaviour plans and EHCP targets, and record observations to aid pupil progress. A resilient, empathetic approach and a willingness to collaborate are essential.

Qualifications

• Patient, calm and unflustered under pressure.
• Warm but firm and able to hold boundaries with kindness.
• A natural mentor who listens well and builds trust quickly.
• Resilient and able to stay positive after a tough day.
• A team player who asks for help and welcomes feedback.
• Experience in a school, SEN, youth work or mentoring setting (helpful, but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Building trusting, consistent relationships with pupils and acting as a positive role model
• Mentoring pupils 1:1 and in small groups, helping them set goals and celebrate progress
• Supporting learning in the classroom and helping pupils re-engage after difficult moments
• Using calm, positive strategies to help pupils manage big emotions
• De-escalating situations safely and supporting pupils to reset and return to learning
• Following behaviour support plans and EHCP targets
• Encouraging confidence, resilience and independence
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, families and the wider team
• Keeping accurate records and sharing observations in team debriefs

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Mentoring

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Job description

Senploy is seeking a Learning Mentor for our SEMH specialist school in Barking and Dagenham. You will build trusting relationships with pupils, mentor them 1:1 and in small groups, and help re-engage learners in the classroom with calm, positive strategies.

You will support teachers and therapists, contribute to behaviour plans and EHCP targets, and record observations to aid pupil progress. A resilient, empathetic approach and a willingness to collaborate are essential.