Job type
TemporaryLocation
LeicesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SenIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
Up to £110 per day
Behaviour Mentor - SEMH
Your New Job
Hays Education are working in partnership with a specialist in Leicester to recruit a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant and Behaviour Mentor. This full-time role is to start in September and is offered on a temporary basis initially, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. As a Teaching Assistant, you will support students aged with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You’ll work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to deliver tailored support, both 1:1 and in small groups, helping pupils access a bespoke curriculum that includes academic and vocational elements.
Your New Company
This welcoming and inclusive SEMH school, located in Leicester. It supports pupils who require a nurturing, structured environment to thrive. The school is known for its trauma-informed approach, strong staff-pupil relationships, and commitment to emotional wellbeing and personal development. With a focus on relational practice and restorative approaches, the school provides a calm and supportive setting where every young person is encouraged to reach their full potential —academically, socially, and emotionally.
What You'll Need to Succeed
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs
- A calm, empathetic, and patient approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one through Hays
- Qualifications such as Team Teach, MAPA, or a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification are advantageous but not essential.
What You'll Get in Return
- Competitive daily rate (£90–£110 per day, depending on experience)
- Full support from a dedicated Hays consultant
- Access to free CPD training including behaviour management and safeguarding
- Opportunity to work in a rewarding and supportive environment
- Potential for a permanent contract
- £250 refer-a-friend bonus scheme (T&Cs apply)
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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