Job Description

SEMH Mentor

Hammersmith and Fulham

Jan 2025 - ASAP Start

Veritas are working with a secondary school situated in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham who are looking for a SEMH Mentor (Social, Emotional, Mental Health) to join the team. The children within the school have challenging behaviour and are from difficult backgrounds - so it is essential you are understanding and direct towards their academic progress.

They require an SEMH Mentor who is able to support individuals who has social, emotional and mental health (SEMH). The role may be challenging in regards to the pupils behaviour who are supported by the team however when progress is made it is rewarding process. It is important that you are capable to identify their weaknesses to support them accordingly and allocate targets towards their progress and EHCP (Educational Health Care Plan). You will be working alongside the class teacher and the school's SENCO (Special Education Needs Coordinator).

The SEMH Mentor role will involve working in a fast-paced secondary school where student needs and behaviour challenges are high, so demands resilience, adaptability, and vigilance. The environment is ever-changing, requiring staff to stay alert and observant at all times to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students and the smooth running of the school day. The role brings gratification as you witness students overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve their goals against the odds.

SEMH Mentor - Key skills and requirements

- Degree is preferred in core subjects or similar.

- Experience with secondary aged children/challenging individuals

- High levels of professionalism.

- Driver with license is preferred

- Subject to an Enhanced DBS Check

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Tiv Suntharesan at Veritas Education by applying for the role!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community