SEMH Learning Mentor: Ignite Student Engagement

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Bolton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Learning Mentor to support young people with SEMH needs in Bolton within an alternative provision setting. The role focuses on re-engagement with education, positive behaviours and reaching full potential.

You will provide academic, pastoral and behavioural support, collaborating with staff, families, and external professionals to ensure pupils receive tailored guidance and progression opportunities. A Level 3 qualification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Experience as Learning Mentor or in a similar pastoral/education support role.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or barriers to learning.
• Good safeguarding understanding and child protection knowledge.
• Knowledge of Early Help processes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one mentoring and targeted support to pupils with SEMH needs and behavioural difficulties.
• Support pupils to engage with academic, vocational and practical learning activities.
• Help pupils develop positive behaviour, emotional regulation, confidence and independence.
• Deliver small-group interventions and booster sessions to address individual learning needs.
• Monitor pupil progress, attendance, engagement and behaviour, maintaining accurate records.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, carers and external agencies to support pupil development.
• Contribute to individual support plans, Early Help processes and EHCP-related reviews where appropriate.
• Promote safeguarding, inclusion and the wellbeing of all pupils.
• Support pupils with transitions and reintegration into education where appropriate.
• Assist with enrichment activities and off-site educational opportunities when required.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Record-keeping

Relationship-building

Resilience

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Learning Mentor to support young people with SEMH needs in Bolton within an alternative provision setting. The role focuses on re-engagement with education, positive behaviours and reaching full potential.

You will provide academic, pastoral and behavioural support, collaborating with staff, families, and external professionals to ensure pupils receive tailored guidance and progression opportunities. A Level 3 qualification is advantageous.