SEMH Learning Support Mentor - Secondary PRU
JOB_53696284764380Job type
TemporaryLocation
ManchesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SenIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
Up to £125/day DOEClosing date
28 Feb 2026
SEMH Learning Support Mentor Job Available at Secondary PRU in Manchester
Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs?
We are recruiting for a Learning Support Mentor to join a Secondary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Manchester on a full-time, term-time-only basis, starting immediately. In this role, you will work closely with students aged 11–16 who have been permanently excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. You will provide 1:1 and small group support, help implement behaviour strategies, and assist in delivering personalised learning plans. Your role will be vital in helping students re-engage with education and build confidence, resilience, and positive relationships.
This well-established PRU in Manchester is known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and multi-agency approach. The school provides a structured and nurturing environment for students facing a range of challenges, including trauma, behavioural difficulties, and special educational needs. Staff are committed to making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. The school offers excellent training and development opportunities and is easily accessible from central Manchester and surrounding areas.
Key Skills/Experience
- Experience working with young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour
- Any relevant qualifications would be beneficial
- A calm, empathetic, and patient approach
- Strong communication and de-escalation skills
- Ability to build rapport and act as a positive role model
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare
- Team Teach or similar behaviour management training is desirable
- An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
Why Hays?
- Competitive daily rate of up to £125/day DOE, paid weekly
- Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate
- Immediate start with full-time hours (term-time only)
- Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant
- Access to free CPD training including safeguarding and behaviour management
- The chance to make a lasting impact in a specialist educational setting
If you're interested in this Learning Support Mentor job in Manchester, click 'Apply Now’ to upload your CV, or contact Amy on Amy.Rowley@hays.com
If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you’re looking for a new job in education or alternative provision, we’d still love to hear from you.
SEMH Learning Support Mentor - Secondary PRUJOB_536962847643802026-01-232026-02-28
Talk to Amy Rowley, the specialist consultant managing this position
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