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Youth Mentor - SEMH School

Salary/Rate:£90 - £100
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Richmond
County:South West London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:9905
Post Date:01.07.25
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Jamie Martinez
Jamie Martinez
SEND Consultant
02030114848
jamie@psinclusion.co.uk

About the Role

Youth Mentor - Be the difference in a young person's life...

Join our dedicated team as a Behaviour Mentor / Teaching Assistant!

Location: Twickenham, South West London
Contract Type: Full-Time 1-year fixed contract - Permanent potential offer after a year
Salary: £90 - £100 per day PAYE (dependent on experience)
Start Date: 1st of September 2025

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with Autism and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

We are looking for a resilient, compassionate, and proactive Autism Behaviour Mentor / Teaching Assistant to join our specialist Nurture Class. This vital role supports students with Autism who may present challenging behaviours such as biting, self-injury, and sensory dysregulation, as well as pupils with broader SEMH needs.

Your Role Will Include:

  • Providing consistent 1:1 and small-group support to students in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment
  • Implementing personalised behaviour and sensory regulation strategies
  • Working closely with the SEND Teachers, therapists, and teaching staff to deliver tailored interventions
  • Building trusting relationships with students, helping them feel safe, understood, and empowered to learn
  • De-escalating behaviour safely using positive behaviour support techniques
  • 8am - 3:30pm (one day a week you will work 4pm)

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has experience working with children or young people with Autism and/or SEMH
  • Remains calm under pressure and shows empathy in challenging situations
  • Understands sensory needs and how they impact learning and behaviour
  • Is committed to inclusion and believes every child can thrive with the right support
  • Has MAPA training (or is willing to be trained)
  • Someone with a background as a SEND TA in a school/PRU/Provision or someone who has worked with young people in correctional facilities
  • If you have a background in the police, youth centres, prisons, you are also welcome to apply.

What We Offer:

  • A supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Ongoing CPD, including training in behaviour management and Autism-specific approaches
  • The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day

If you're ready to bring your energy, empathy, and experience to a rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Jamie Martinez at PS Inclusion: Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk for more information.

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