SEMH Learning Mentor

Are you driven by the belief that every young person deserves a chance to thrive?
Do you want a role where your patience, resilience, and positivity change lives?

If so, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

We’re supporting a specialist secondary SEMH school in Salford and they are looking for a committed, inspiring SEMH Learning Mentor to join their team immediately.

The Role

As a vital part of the school’s support team, you'll work with students aged 11–16 who face social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. Your role is to help them:

✅ Build confidence
✅ Strengthen resilience
✅ Develop positive behaviour
✅ Re-engage with learning

The school offers a blended, life-skills‑focused curriculum designed to help students grow in areas such as:

• Communication & interpersonal skills
• Teamwork & collaboration
• Personal organisation
• Independent learning

You’ll be someone who can provide calm, structure, and encouragement—helping students feel safe, understood, and ready to access learning.

✅ What You’ll Need

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH or behavioural needs
• Availability for full-time hours (no part-time options)
• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers

⭐ It’s a Bonus If You Have…

• Confidence managing challenging behaviour
• Experience in a UK school, youth work, or care setting
• A nurturing, patient, and proactive approach

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're looking for a rewarding role where your support truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your updated CV, and a member of our team will be in touch.

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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