De-escalation Mentor

1 week ago

Brighton, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom Pink Tile Education Full time £25,000 - £35,000 per year
De-escalation Mentor – SEMH Primary School, Portslade

Location: Portslade, Brighton & Hove, East Sussex

Job Type: Full-time, Term Time Only

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate De-escalation Mentor to join our team at a Primary SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Portslade . This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children who need additional emotional and behavioural support.

As a De-escalation Mentor, you will play an essential role in helping pupils manage their emotions, build resilience, and engage positively with learning. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you'll help create a calm, inclusive, and nurturing school environment where every child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs
  • Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations effectively
  • Encourage pupils' personal and social development through positive relationships and consistent routines
  • Support pupils to re-engage with learning and develop coping strategies
  • Record incidents accurately and maintain safeguarding standards
  • Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
About You

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs (in education, youth work, or care settings)
  • Be calm, patient, and empathetic under pressure
  • Use de-escalation and restorative approaches confidently and consistently
  • Communicate effectively and work well as part of a team
  • Be passionate about helping children reach their potential
Why Join Us?
  • Be part of a welcoming and supportive school community in Portslade, Brighton & Hove
  • Access ongoing professional development and specialist SEMH training
  • Work in a caring environment where staff wellbeing is valued
  • Make a genuine, positive impact on the lives of young people every day
How to Apply

If you're passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs and want to make a difference in a positive, team-focused school, we'd love to hear from you.

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Pink Tile Education, their schools and candidates all share the expectation of "Best Fit, Every Time" and our job is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers.

The pay stated is inclusive of the additional 12.07% PAYE holiday.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake various background checks including obtaining a DBS, if they do not hold a valid certificate that is on the update service.

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