SEND Development Mentor: Calm Support for SLD/SEMH Pupils

Teaching Personnel; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Haywards Heath is seeking a SEND Development Mentor to support students with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role focuses on providing emotional support and encouraging positive behaviour through patience and effective communication. Ideal candidates will be adaptable, emotionally grounded, and eager to work within a collaborative team. Apply now to make a real difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Excellent training in SEND and SEMH

Collaborative work environment

Focus on emotional wellbeing

Qualifications

• Ability to support pupils with emotional needs.
• Experience working with vulnerable children is beneficial.
• Comfortable in a reflective team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Help manage emotions and behaviour.
• Provide guidance during moments of dysregulation.
• Encourage communication and social skills.
• Work with teachers and therapists.

Skills

Patience

Emotional grounding

Clear communication

Relationship building

Adaptability

Curiosity about SLD and SEMH

Job description

A specialist education provider in Haywards Heath is seeking a SEND Development Mentor to support students with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role focuses on providing emotional support and encouraging positive behaviour through patience and effective communication. Ideal candidates will be adaptable, emotionally grounded, and eager to work within a collaborative team. Apply now to make a real difference in students' lives.