Inclusion Mentor - Secondary SEMH School

Inclusion Mentor – Secondary SEMH School

Oldham | Full-Time | September 2026 Start

Every young person deserves someone who believes in them.

Teaching Personnel is recruiting an Inclusion Mentor to join a specialist Secondary SEMH school in Oldham this September. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning.

Working alongside experienced teaching and pastoral staff, you'll become a consistent, positive role model for pupils who benefit from additional emotional, behavioural and academic support.

What your day could look like:

• Providing 1:1 mentoring to pupils who require additional guidance and encouragement.
• Supporting small groups with learning, emotional regulation and social development.
• Helping pupils manage challenging situations using positive behaviour strategies.
• Encouraging confidence, resilience and independence both inside and outside the classroom.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals to support each pupil's individual needs.

We would love to hear from you if you have experience in:

• SEN or SEMH schools
• Youth work or mentoring
• Residential or children's care
• Behaviour support
• Coaching or sports leadership
• Mental health support
• Alternative provisions or PRUs

Transferable experience from care, youth services or community support is welcomed.

The ideal candidate will:

• Build positive relationships with young people quickly.
• Be calm, resilient and confident in challenging situations.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Be proactive, reliable and eager to make a lasting impact.
• Be committed to helping every young person achieve their potential.

Why this school?

This specialist provision prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where pupils feel safe, valued and understood. With small class sizes, strong pastoral support and a dedicated leadership team, staff are given the time and resources needed to build meaningful relationships and truly change outcomes for young people.

Why choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay.
• Access to free CPD and specialist SEN training.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities to secure permanent positions.
• Access to a wide range of specialist schools across Greater Manchester.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same and every day gives you the opportunity to make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this September 2026 Inclusion Mentor opportunity in a specialist Secondary SEMH school in Oldham.

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