Somerset Youth Mentor - SEMH/SEN Support & Impact

Lexia Education Services Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Training

Team Teach Certification

Competitive daily pay £109.50–£130

Mileage covered

Job summary

Lexia Education Services Ltd in Somerset is seeking a Youth Mentor to support students with SEMH and SEN in school and community settings. You will provide mentoring, build trusted relationships, and help learners re-engage with education through creative activities and targeted support.

The role offers fully funded training, including Team Teach certification, and a competitive daily rate (£109.50–£130). Mileage is reimbursed, with potential for permanent roles up to £32,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in SEMH/SEN contexts.
• Empathy, patience, and a drive to support vulnerable learners.
• Ability to work in school and community settings.

Responsibilities

• Mentor 1:1 or in small groups to support SEMH and SEN students.
• Encourage expression through creativity and activities.
• Support emotional regulation and resilience in learners.
• Promote positive behaviour using trauma-informed approaches.
• Collaborate with SENCOs, teachers and families for tailored support.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Youth engagement

Mentoring

Job description

Lexia Education Services Ltd in Somerset is seeking a Youth Mentor to support students with SEMH and SEN in school and community settings. You will provide mentoring, build trusted relationships, and help learners re-engage with education through creative activities and targeted support.

The role offers fully funded training, including Team Teach certification, and a competitive daily rate (£109.50–£130). Mileage is reimbursed, with potential for permanent roles up to £32,000 per year.