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Behaviour Support Mentor - SEMH School

  1. Secondary SEN Support
  2. Lancashire
Date posted : 23/09/26
  1. Full Time
£92.63 - 100.00 per day

Job description

Behaviour Support Mentor - SEMH School

Chorley
Full-Time | Temp to Perm
Start ASAP (subject to full vetting)
Competitive daily rate

Are you resilient, proactive, and passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? We are recruiting for a Behaviour Support Mentor to work within a specialist SEMH school in Chorley, supporting pupils who require additional emotional, social, and behavioural support.

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will be working closely with students on a 1:1 basis and within small groups, helping them engage with learning, regulate their emotions, and achieve positive outcomes.

The Role:

  • Supporting pupils with SEMH and SEN needs within the classroom.
  • Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours using a calm and consistent approach.
  • Building positive relationships with students who may be disengaged from education.
  • Encouraging participation in learning and promoting positive behaviour.
  • Working alongside teachers and support staff to provide a safe and supportive learning environment.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous experience working within SEN, SEMH, PRU, or alternative provision settings.
  • Confident managing challenging behaviours.
  • Resilient, patient, and able to remain calm under pressure.
  • Ex-forces personnel, sports coaches, youth workers, support workers, or individuals with a strong sporting background are highly desirable.
  • Passionate about making a difference to the lives of vulnerable young people.
  • Full driving licence is advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer:

  • Full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent.
  • Supportive school environment with ongoing training and development.
  • Opportunity to make a genuine impact on young people's lives.
  • Competitive pay rates and dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and start making a difference in a rewarding SEMH school setting in Chorley once fully vetted.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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