Learning Support Mentor – SEND/SEMH

Location: Croydon
Pay: £100–£120 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential?

We are looking for a Learning Support Mentor to join a supportive school in the Croydon area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships with pupils and is confident supporting children with SEND, SEMH, autism, ADHD and challenging behaviour.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Mentor, you will provide individualised support to pupils who may experience barriers to learning, emotional regulation, communication, social interaction or behaviour.

You will work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and the SENCO to help pupils feel supported, confident and ready to engage with school.

The role may involve supporting children with:

• Autism / ASC
• ADHD
• SEMH needs
• Challenging or dysregulated behaviour
• Emotional and behavioural difficulties
• Communication and interaction needs
• Speech and language difficulties
• Learning difficulties
• Social and emotional needs
• Complex SEND

You will play an important role in helping pupils develop their confidence, resilience, independence and positive attitude towards learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group mentoring and support.
• Build strong, positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage children to engage positively with learning and school life.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behavioural challenges.
• Help children develop appropriate coping strategies.
• Encourage confidence, independence and self-esteem.
• Support pupils both within the classroom and across the wider school environment.
• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff to meet individual needs.
• Follow individual learning, behaviour and support plans.
• Promote positive behaviour and healthy social interactions.
• Remain calm, consistent and supportive when dealing with challenging situations.
• Act as a positive role model and advocate for the pupils you support.

About You

We are looking for someone who is patient, empathetic, resilient, approachable and enthusiastic about working with children who may require additional support.

Previous experience working with SEND, SEMH, autism, ADHD or challenging behaviour is desirable. Experience in education, youth work, mentoring, childcare, residential care, support work, sports coaching or a similar environment would also be beneficial.

You may already be an experienced Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Worker, Youth Worker or Learning Support Assistant, or you may be looking to develop a career working with children and young people.

Most importantly, you will have the ability to build meaningful relationships, remain calm under pressure and see the individual behind the behaviour.

What We Offer

• £100–£120 per day
• 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Supportive school environment
• Valuable experience within SEND and SEMH education
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children’s lives
• Potential for ongoing opportunities and career progression
• Support from the Pink Tile Education team

Why Work With Pink Tile Education?

At Pink Tile Education, we are a specialist education recruitment agency dedicated to matching talented education professionals with schools where they can truly thrive.

We take the time to understand both our candidates and our partner schools, ensuring the right fit for everyone involved.

Our team has extensive experience within education, particularly across **SEND