SEMH Behaviour Mentor

SEMH Behaviour Mentor – Primary School
Location: Salford
Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (Potential for Permanent)
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner by agreement)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Make a Lasting Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting children with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the resilience, patience and empathy to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential?

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Salford is seeking a dedicated SEMH Behaviour Mentor to join its supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on building positive relationships and making a genuine impact on children's lives.

The Role

As an SEMH Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support, helping them to engage positively with learning and school life. You will collaborate with teachers, SEND staff and external professionals to deliver tailored interventions and create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
Implement behaviour support plans and individual strategies consistently.
Support pupils during lessons, transitions, breaktimes and other key points throughout the school day.
Work alongside teachers to minimise barriers to learning and maximise pupil engagement.
Encourage the development of social skills, resilience, confidence and self-esteem.
Record progress, monitor behaviour and contribute to review meetings.
Liaise effectively with parents, carers and external agencies where appropriate.
Promote safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, challenging behaviour, Autism, ADHD or additional learning needs.
A calm, resilient and patient approach to behaviour management.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
The ability to remain composed and positive in challenging situations.
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children to reach their potential.
Experience within a school, alternative provision, youth work, care, residential or mentoring setting is highly desirable.
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

What the School Offers

A welcoming and highly supportive staff team.
Excellent leadership and ongoing professional development.
A nurturing and inclusive school culture focused on pupil wellbeing.
Opportunities for career progression within SEND and pastoral support.
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children every day.
If you are compassionate, proactive and committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to become part of a dedicated team making a real difference to pupils across this supportive primary school in Salford