SEN Youth Mentors

Job Title:

SEN Youth Mentor

Location:

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Pay: £20 - 25 per hour

Hours:

Part-time, Mon - Fri (2-3 hours daily)

Contract:

Flexible daytime hours

As an SEN Youth Mentor, you'll support primary and secondary students with emotional, social, and educational needs across Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole. This flexible role allows you to build meaningful relationships with young people while helping them overcome barriers to learning, improve confidence, and achieve personal goals.

• Weekly PAYE pay & competitive hourly rates
• Accrued holiday pay & company pension
• Refer-a-friend bonus
• Annual training & career development
• Dedicated consultant support
• Excellent work-life balance

• Provide emotional support around family issues, peer pressure, mental health, and academic challenges
• Help students develop key life skills such as problem-solving, communication, and goal setting
• Build confidence and self-esteem by recognising strengths and achievements
• Act as a positive role model and mentor
• Support reintegration into education by addressing behavioural and emotional needs
• Offer guidance for older students on future pathways, including further education and employment

• Minimum 2 year's experience working with young people, particularly those with SEN, SEMH, or challenging behaviour
• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable approach
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Understanding of mentoring and supporting young people with complex needs
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Has Business Insurance or happy to obtain

You'll be part of a team committed to helping young people build confidence, resilience, and lifelong skills through personalised education and support.

Submit your most up-to-date CV. If shortlisted, our Recruitment Team will be in touch.

Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of their sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, civil partnership status, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, or disability.