Reed
Student Mentor (Wellbeing, Careers & Coaching)
Location: Croydon, South London
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September (or sooner)
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Student Mentor to join a specialist SEN school in Croydon. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people by supporting their wellbeing, personal development and future pathways.
In this role, you will work closely with students aged 11–18, many of whom have SEMH, ASD or additional needs, providing consistent pastoral support, coaching and guidance to help them succeed both in education and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 mentoring and coaching to support students’ emotional wellbeing and personal development
- Support young people with career awareness, aspirations and next steps
- Deliver engaging life skills, employability and enrichment sessions
- Build positive, trusting relationships with students to encourage engagement and resilience
- Support behaviour using trauma-informed and de-escalation strategies
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external agencies
- Monitor and record student progress, wellbeing and behaviour in line with safeguarding procedures
- Promote independence, confidence and positive decision-making
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs
Experienced in mentoring, youth work, coaching or pastoral roles
Confident supporting students with SEMH, ASD and behavioural needs
A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
Calm, resilient and able to manage challenging situations
Committed to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing
Essential Experience
- Experience working with young people in an educational, youth work or support setting
- Strong understanding of behaviour management and emotional regulation
- Experience delivering 1:1 or small group support
- Awareness of safeguarding practices
Desirable (but not essential)
- Experience delivering careers guidance or employability sessions
- Mental Health First Aid or similar training
- Experience working within SEN or alternative provision
Why Join This School?
- Supportive and welcoming team environment
- Small class sizes and personalised student support
- Strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion and holistic development
- Opportunity to make a real difference in students’ lives
- Ongoing training and professional development
How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to be part of a school that truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV or get in touch for more information.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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