Location: Brighton & Hove, East Sussex
Job Type: Full-time, Term Time Only
We are looking for a skilled and compassionate De-escalation Mentor to join the team at Brighton Alternative Provision Schools, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and those at risk of exclusion from mainstream education.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference for children who benefit from additional support to manage emotions, behaviour, and relationships. You’ll work as part of a specialist team that helps pupils re-engage with learning and build positive pathways for the future.
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
Use effective de-escalation strategies and positive behaviour management techniques
Build strong, trusting relationships to support pupils’ emotional regulation and confidence
Promote engagement, motivation, and success in learning activities
Record incidents accurately and follow safeguarding and reporting procedures
Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral leads, SENCOs, and external professionals
The ideal candidate will:
Have experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or behavioural challenges (in schools, youth work, or alternative provision)
Be calm, empathetic, and resilient in challenging situations
Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
Be confident using restorative and relational approaches to behaviour
Be passionate about inclusion and supporting every young person to reach their potential
Work within a supportive and forward-thinking alternative provision team in Brighton & Hove
Access ongoing professional development and specialist SEMH training
Be part of a collaborative, child-centred school community
Make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils who need understanding, consistency, and care
If you are passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs and thrive in a positive, flexible, and team-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
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Pink Tile Education, their schools and candidates all share the expectation of “Best Fit, Every Time” and our job is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers.
The pay stated is inclusive of the additional 12.07% PAYE holiday.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake various background checks including obtaining a DBS, if they do not hold a valid certificate that is on the update service.
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