SEMH Behaviour Mentor – Newcastle upon Tyne (Full-Time)

Be the consistent, encouraging adult who helps young people feel understood and ready to move forward.

Protocol Education is recruiting a full-time SEMH Behaviour Mentor to join a specialist educational setting in Newcastle upon Tyne. You'll support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs who may find school, relationships or emotional regulation challenging.

This role is about more than managing behaviour. You'll take the time to understand the reasons behind it, build positive relationships and help pupils develop practical strategies that support their learning and wellbeing. Some days will be challenging, but the progress you help create can be genuinely life-changing.

Why work with Protocol Education?

We understand that supporting pupils with SEMH needs requires patience, resilience and the right support around you. Our team will be there throughout your placement, helping you develop professionally and find opportunities that suit your strengths.

You'll receive:

• Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• SEND, SEMH and Behaviour Management training
• A dedicated local consultant
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Career development and interview support
• Refer a Friend rewards

What you'll be doing

• Building trusting and respectful relationships with pupils
• Supporting learners during lessons and structured activities
• Encouraging emotional regulation and positive decision-making
• Using consistent behaviour strategies and clear boundaries
• Supporting pupils during challenging moments
• Using de-escalation techniques where appropriate
• Helping learners re-engage with education
• Working alongside teachers, pastoral teams and specialist staff
• Promoting resilience, independence and positive choices

What we're looking for

You'll be calm, patient and resilient, with the ability to remain professional when situations become challenging. You'll understand that behaviour can be a form of communication and be willing to take a patient, relationship-led approach.

You'll also be:

• Empathetic and non-judgemental
• A strong communicator
• Confident setting clear boundaries
• Reliable and adaptable
• Proactive and positive
• Passionate about helping young people succeed

Who this role would suit

• Behaviour Mentors
• Youth Workers
• Support Workers
• Teaching Assistants
• Sports Coaches
• Criminology and Psychology Graduates

Apply today and help young people build confidence, resilience and brighter futures.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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