Mental Health Wellbeing Mentor

Wellbeing Mentor - Therapeutic SEMH School Oakham, Rutland

Start: Ideally mid/late February

Fixed-Term Maternity Cover Do you have a natural ability to build trust with young people who may struggle with

anxiety, emotional regulation, confidence and engagement ? SEND Inclusion Support is working with a fantastic therapeutic school in Oakham to recruit a

Wellbeing Mentor

for a fixed-term maternity cover. This is a relationship-led role supporting young people with

SEMH needs

within a specialist environment. The role You'll work closely with pupils to support their emotional wellbeing, confidence and ability to engage with education. This could include: Building trusting relationships with pupils

Providing mentoring and pastoral support

Supporting emotional regulation

Helping pupils develop confidence and resilience

Supporting pupils through periods of anxiety or dysregulation

Encouraging positive engagement with education

Supporting social and emotional development

Helping pupils develop strategies for managing difficult situations

Working alongside teachers and the wider therapeutic team

Providing a calm, consistent and positive presence

We're looking for someone who: Has experience working with young people with SEMH needs

Is calm, patient and emotionally intelligent

Has excellent relationship-building skills

Can maintain clear boundaries while remaining warm and approachable

Understands trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches

Is confident supporting young people who may display challenging behaviour

Can remain consistent and professional during difficult situations

Experience in a school, SEMH, AP, residential, youth work, mentoring or therapeutic environment would be highly desirable. This role would suit someone who genuinely enjoys helping young people understand themselves, build confidence and make positive progress. Start ideally mid/late February - fixed-term maternity cover. SEND Inclusion Support is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check, right to work verification, references and any other checks relevant to the role and setting.

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