SEMH Behaviour Mentor - Leeds

Behaviour Mentor / Mental Health Support Assistant
Leeds, Wakefield & Pontefract

Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | September Starts Available

Help Young People Overcome Barriers and Reach Their Potential
Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs?

Do you have experience in youth work, care, residential support, coaching, mental health support, or working with vulnerable young people?

Leader Education is recruiting Behaviour Mentors and Mental Health Support Assistants to work within supportive mainstream and specialist schools across Leeds, Wakefield and Pontefract.

This is a highly rewarding role where you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people who require additional support to engage in education, regulate their emotions, and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

Whether you're already working in education or looking to transfer your skills from a care, support, youth work, or mental health background, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role
As a Behaviour Mentor, you'll work closely with pupils who may experience:

Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties

Behavioural challenges

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

ADHD

Communication and interaction needs

Trauma and attachment-related needs

You will play a key role in helping pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn.

Key Responsibilities

Providing 1:1, small-group and classroom-based support

Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils

Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

Helping pupils engage with learning and achieve their individual goals

Encouraging independence, resilience and self-confidence

Supporting pupils' mental health and overall well-being

Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams, SENCOs and external professionals

Contributing to a safe, structured and nurturing school environment

Adapting your approach to meet the individual needs of each pupil

Who We're Looking For
We're looking for individuals who are:

Patient, resilient and empathetic

Passionate about supporting young people

Confident building positive relationships and maintaining boundaries

Calm under pressure and able to respond to challenging situations professionally

Committed to making a long-term impact in a school setting

We Welcome Applications From

Behaviour Mentors

Youth Workers

Residential Childcare Workers

Support Workers

Mental Health Support Workers

Care Workers

Sports Coaches

Psychology Graduates

Health & Social Care Professionals

Prison and Rehabilitation Staff

Creative Arts Practitioners

Armed Forces and Cadet Instructors

Previous school experience is desirable but not essential. Full support and training will be provided for the right candidates.

Why Work with Leader Education?

Weekly pay through compliant umbrella payroll

Free Team Teach and SEND-specific training

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant

Long-term, temporary placements with temp-to-perm opportunities

Full AWR compliance, ensuring fair pay and working conditions

Opportunities to gain valuable experience within SEND, SEMH and alternative provision settings

All roles are subject to safer recruitment and compliance checks. An Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS is required. If you do not currently hold one, Leader Education can support you with the application process.

We welcome applications from anyone who meets the qualifications and experience outlined above.

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