SEN Behaviour & Learning Mentor

AMA Admin; Guildford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a SEN Behaviour & Learning Mentor to support schools across Guildford and surrounding areas. You will help students overcome behavioural challenges, engage with learning, and build confidence both in and out of the classroom.

The role suits graduates, aspiring teachers, youth workers, or experienced education professionals seeking meaningful work in specialist settings.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people (education, SEN, youth work, coaching, care, mentoring, or similar).
• Genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• Positive, patient and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN and additional needs.
• Implement behaviour support strategies to encourage positive engagement and learning.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support individual learning plans.
• Help students develop emotional regulation, resilience, and confidence.
• Promote a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage independence, positive behaviour, and personal development.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Patience

Job description

SEN Behaviour & Learning Mentor -Start ASAP/January 2027

Guildford, Godalming, Walton on Thames, Dorking , Redhill or Horley areas

Milk Education is excited to be recruiting for a SEN Behaviour & Learning Mentor to support our partner SEN schools acrossGuildford, Godalming, Walton on Thames, Dorking , Redhill or Horley areas, you'll play a key role in helping students overcome behavioural challenges, engage positively with learning, and build confidence both in and out of the classroom.

This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, youth workers, support workers, or experienced education professionals looking to make a real difference in specialist school settings.

You'll be joining welcoming, inclusive schools that prioritise wellbeing, consistency, and positive relationships, making it the perfect role for someone who wants to become a valued member of a supportive school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN and additional needs.
• Implement behaviour support strategies to encourage positive engagement and learning.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support individual learning plans.
• Help students develop emotional regulation, resilience, and confidence.
• Promote a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage independence, positive behaviour, and personal development.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting children or young people (education, SEN, youth work, coaching, care, mentoring, or similar).
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• A positive, patient, and proactive approach.

Why Join Milk Education?

• Competitive daily rates with long-term and permanent opportunities available.
• Flexible full-time and part-time roles to suit your availability.
• Fast-track registration and APSCo Compliance+ accredited recruitment process.
• Free CPD through the Milk Academy, including Safeguarding, SEND, Behaviour Management, and more.
• Free wellbeing resources and access to our educator community.
• School preparation packs to help you