Friendly Support Mentor

Do you have the patience, empathy, and energy to be a consistent, positive presence in a young person’s life?

Teaching Personnel is working closely with specialist SEND schools across Brighton and Brighton & Hove, supporting both primary and secondary aged pupils with Autism and ADHD. We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Friendly Support Mentor to join these inclusive and nurturing school communities.

The Role – Friendly Support Mentor

This is a highly rewarding role where you will work 1:1 with pupils, building strong, trusting relationships and providing consistent support throughout the school day. You will act as a reliable role model, helping students regulate emotions, engage with learning, and develop confidence both socially and academically.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing tailored 1:1 support to pupils with Autism and ADHD

• Building meaningful, trusting relationships through patience and consistency

• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

• Helping pupils access lessons and structured activities

• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Have previous SEND experience (essential)

• Be available for full-time work

• Hold (or be willing to obtain) a Child Only Enhanced DBS

• Be resilient, nurturing, and confident supporting pupils with additional needs

• Be committed to being a strong, dependable role model

What’s On Offer

• £430–£460 per week (dependent on experience)

• Full-time, long-term opportunities

• Ongoing support from your dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant

• A chance to make a genuine, lasting impact in a young person’s life

If you’re passionate about supporting pupils with Autism and ADHD and ready to provide consistent, 1:1 mentorship in a specialist SEND setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to become a Friendly Support Mentor in Brighton & Hove and help young people thrive.

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.
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