SEMH Learning Mentor - Empower Young Minds

Cover People; Chapel-en-le-Frith; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Weekly pay

CPD & training opportunities

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Cover People are recruiting an SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist provision in Chapel-en-le-Frith, supporting students with SEMH to re-engage with learning and develop resilience.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group support, assist with behaviour management using restorative approaches, and collaborate with teachers to monitor progress. A calm, patient and resilient approach and a genuine passion for helping vulnerable young people are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence supporting students who may present challenging behaviour.
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs in lessons and intervention sessions.
• Build positive relationships that encourage engagement, confidence and progress.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with behaviour management using restorative and positive behaviour approaches.
• Support students in developing emotional regulation, resilience and social skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams and external agencies to support student outcomes.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Resilience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Job description

Cover People are recruiting an SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist provision in Chapel-en-le-Frith, supporting students with SEMH to re-engage with learning and develop resilience.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group support, assist with behaviour management using restorative approaches, and collaborate with teachers to monitor progress. A calm, patient and resilient approach and a genuine passion for helping vulnerable young people are essential.