Job Description

Pastoral Support Mentor - SEMH School (Horley, Independent)

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Location:

Horley

Age Group:

11+

School Type:

Small, Independent, Vocational & Highly Therapeutic

Start:

ASAP

Contract:

Full?time, long?term

Experience:

Previous SEMH/SEND or behaviour support experience preferred


Are you someone who truly connects with young people and thrives in a therapeutic, relationship?based environment?


We are supporting a

small, independent SEMH school in Horley

that works with students aged

11+

who benefit from a more personalised, vocational and highly therapeutic approach to education. The school offers a nurturing environment where every student is known, valued, and supported holistically -- not just academically.


This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who is passionate about pastoral care and wants to make a meaningful impact every single day.

The Role - Pastoral Support Mentor

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You'll play a vital part in the school's wellbeing team, supporting students with SEMH needs who may struggle with emotional regulation, confidence, behaviour, or engagement.


Your day could include:


Providing

1:1 and small?group pastoral mentoring

Supporting with

de?escalation

and emotional regulation Building

trusting, consistent relationships

with students aged 11+ Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence Working closely with wellbeing leads, teaching staff, and therapists Creating a calm, safe, supportive environment where pupils feel grounded
Because the school is

small and highly therapeutic

, you'll have the space to build genuine relationships and see the impact of your support first?hand.

What We're Looking For

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You don't need every qualification in the world -- the right mindset matters most.

Experience in SEMH, SEN, youth work, or behaviour support is preferred.

You'll be a great match if you are:


Calm, empathetic and emotionally resilient Confident supporting students with behavioural challenges A great listener with strong communication skills Able to build rapport quickly and authentically Passionate about holistic, therapeutic approaches Reflective, patient and consistent

Why This School?

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Small, close?knit independent setting Highly vocational and therapeutic - not a traditional mainstream environment Supportive leadership who genuinely care about staff wellbeing Ongoing CPD, guidance and pastoral training The opportunity to see real, transformational progress in young people A role where your presence and consistency truly matter

Interested?

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If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of a school that values kindness, connection and emotional development, we'd love to hear from you.