Youth Mentor – Support for SEMH Pupils

About the role

We are seeking a calm, resilient Youth Mentor to join a specialist Pupil Referral Unit in Manchester. You will work directly with pupils who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing both academic and emotional guidance.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver one‑to‑one and group support sessions for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and carers to track progress.
• Provide academic assistance and emotional encouragement to help pupils reach their potential.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and safeguarding teams to ensure a safe learning environment.

Required profile

• Current right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one) and registration with the online update service.
• Two professional references related to child work.
• Recent safeguarding training (within the last year) – training can be provided if needed.
• Team Teach Level 2 (highly desired) – training can be provided.
• Previous experience supporting SEMH pupils in a school or community setting.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive weekly rate of £505‑£550 (approximately £24,240‑£26,400 per year).
• Full‑time schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am‑3:30 pm.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, specialist environment focused on young people’s wellbeing.