Learning Mentor

Multiple positions available. Immediate start with flexible hours and remote working options.

We are hiring dedicated SEMH Mentors to provide vital support to vulnerable young people across the UK. This flexible, part-time role is perfect for individuals passionate about making a difference through trauma-informed mentoring and holistic support. In this position, you will guide young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, as well as additional challenges such as SEND, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

What We Offer our Learning Mentors

• £28 - £33p/h
• Flexible part-time hours to suit your schedule
• Occasional opportunities for remote work and online mentoring
• Extensive CPD and training opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite
• A dedicated Support Team to ensure placements are successful for both you and the young person
• Membership in our mentor community, where best practices, resources, and support are shared
• The opportunity to be part of a child-centred organisation committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people

Key Responsibilities – Mentoring & Educational Support

• Supporting young people with SEMH and additional educational needs referred to us by local authorities and schools
• Providing emotional, behavioural, and educational mentoring tailored to each young person’s needs
• Encouraging engagement with learning through a flexible, trauma-informed approach

Requirements for our Learning Mentors

• Experience working with young people with SEMH, SEND, MLD, SLD, or other additional needs
• Understanding of safeguarding processes and procedures
• Professional teaching qualifications such as QTS, QTLS, PGCE, B.Ed, PTLLS, DTLLS, CELTA, and CertEd preferred but not essential
• Enhanced DBS (we can assist with obtaining this if required)
• Two professional references
• You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, including for remote/online work

Employment Details

• Contract-for-Service: Engage with us on a flexible, short-term contract basis.
• PAYE Payment: This role is not self-employed; you will be paid via PAYE.
• Insurance Coverage: Your work is fully covered by our insurance policy.
• Variable Hours: While work opportunities are abundant, there is no guaranteed set schedule or expense coverage.

How to Apply

We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. Vulnerable young people in the UK are disproportionately from minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as those with disabilities, refugee and migrant backgrounds, and those facing mental health challenges. We believe a diverse team of mentors is vital to providing effective support.

We take Safer Recruitment seriously, and all candidates must complete our rigorous vetting process before being considered for work.

Relevant Experience May Include:

• Learning Mentor
• SEMH Specialist
• SEN / SEND Learning Support
• Behaviour Support Worker
• Educational Therapist
• Inclusion Coordinator
• Youth Worker
• Pastoral Support

We look forward to receiving your application and learning how you can help make a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

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