SEMH Support Mentor

AMA Admin; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

FastTrack compliance

Milk Academy CPD access

Local Primary Consultant support

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking compassionate SEMH Support Mentors to work in Primary Schools across Sunderland and South Tyneside. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and build emotional regulation.

As a mentor, you will be a trusted adult, providing tailored support 1:1 and in small groups, collaborating with teachers and pastoral teams to promote wellbeing and progress. An Enhanced DBS is required or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, behavioural, or additional support needs.
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to remain resilient in challenging situations.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Supporting children to manage emotions and develop positive coping strategies.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils to promote engagement and wellbeing.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting behaviour management strategies.
• Working closely with teachers, SENDCOs, and pastoral teams to support pupil progress.
• Promoting resilience, confidence, self-esteem, and emotional regulation.
• Supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with SEMH

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Resilience

Patience

Job description

SEMH Support Mentor

Sunderland & South Tyneside
Competitive Daily Rate
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Make a lasting difference to children's lives.

Milk Education is seeking compassionate, resilient, and dedicated SEMH Support Mentors to work within Primary Schools across Sunderland and South Tyneside.

This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning, regulate emotions, build positive relationships, and achieve success both academically and personally.

As an SEMH Support Mentor, you will be a trusted adult and positive role model, providing tailored support to help children feel safe, engaged, and confident within the school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Supporting children to manage emotions and develop positive coping strategies
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils to promote engagement and wellbeing
• Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting behaviour management strategies
• Working closely with teachers, SENDCOs, and pastoral teams to support pupil progress
• Promoting resilience, confidence, self-esteem, and emotional regulation
• Supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom environment

We Are Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, behavioural, or additional support needs
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to remain resilient in challenging situations
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Milk Education?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible working opportunities
• FastTrack Compliance process
• Access to 1,000+ FREE and discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy
• Dedicated support from your local Primary Consultant
• Opportunities for long-term, temporary-to-permanent, and permanent positions

At Milk Education, we understand the impact that the right support can have on a child's educational journey. As an SEMH Support Mentor, you'll play a vital role in helping pupils develop confidence, resilience, and the skills needed to thrive in school and beyond.