Job Description Wellbeing Mentor – Therapeutic SEMH School n Oakham, Rutland Start: Ideally mid/late February Fixed-Term Maternity Cover n Do you have a natural ability to build trust with young people who may struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation, confidence and engagement ? n SEND Inclusion Support is working with a fantastic therapeutic school in Oakham to recruit a Wellbeing Mentor for a fixed-term maternity cover. n This is a relationship-led role supporting young people with SEMH needs within a specialist environment. n The role n You’ll work closely with pupils to support their emotional wellbeing, confidence and ability to engage with education. n This could include: n n n Building trusting relationships with pupils n n Providing mentoring and pastoral support n n Supporting emotional regulation n n Helping pupils develop confidence and resilience n n Supporting pupils through periods of anxiety or dysregulation n n Encouraging positive engagement with education n n Supporting social and emotional development n n Helping pupils develop strategies for managing difficult situations n n Working alongside teachers and the wider therapeutic team n n Providing a calm, consistent and positive presence n n We’re looking for someone who: n n n Has experience working with young people with SEMH needs n n Is calm, patient and emotionally intelligent n n Has excellent relationship-building skills n n Can maintain clear boundaries while remaining warm and approachable n n Understands trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches n n Is confident supporting young people who may display challenging behaviour n n Can remain consistent and professional during difficult situations n n Experience in a school, SEMH, AP, residential, youth work, mentoring or therapeutic environment would be highly desirable. n This role would suit someone who genuinely enjoys helping young people understand themselves, build confidence and make positive progress. n Start ideally mid/late February – fixed-term maternity cover. n 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. n n JBRP1_UKTJ
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