SEMH Learning Mentor

SEMH Learning Mentor

Pay: £17,000 - £25,000

Permanent

September

SN2

I am working with a diverse and vibrant school located in Wiltshire. Alongside a rigorous and challenging academic curriculum, pupils are enriched by a broad range of sport, art and creative opportunities. This school has an exciting opportunity for a SEMH Mentor to join their team on a permanent basis starting September. 

You will play a crucial role in providing support of the highest quality to learners whose SEMH needs present as a barrier to accessing and engaging with mainstream education and need a specialist educational and therapeutic environment,  ensuring that learners are prepared for adulthood so they can live healthily, independently, and successfully transition into employment. 

Responsibilities:

• Supporting emotional and mental health needs building trusting and supportive relationships in line with the schools ethos
• Providing a calm and consistent presence to children, encouraging self esteem and resilience. 
• Support positive behaviour strategies using de-escalation techniques.
• Adapt classroom material to meet the individual needs of each child working to maintain classroom engagement.
• Communicate with teachers, SENCOs and parents about the well being and performance of children.
• Understand and follow safeguarding policies and procedures.

Requirements: 

• Relevant qualifications for the role.
• Experience working with children, especially those with SEHM needs.
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy and emotional resilience.
• A good knowledge of SEND and SEMH strategies and techniques.