SEMH Learning Support Mentor

Sir Peter Hall School – Learning Support Mentor

• Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP32 7PJ
• Salary: £21,542 – £22,230 per annum
• Hours: 37.85 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract: Permanent, required to start as soon as possible or 1 September 2026
• Reference: 8910

This role is within the social emotional mental health (SEMH) school of Sir Peter Hall School, part of the Unity Schools Partnership multi‑academy trust. You will join our specialist team as a Learning Support Mentor, shaping the lives of young people with social, emotional and mental health needs.

• Provide support to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, working alongside experienced practitioners.
• Support positive outcomes through therapeutic approaches, behaviour support, safeguarding, and relationship‑based practice.
• Assist in the implementation of Education Health and Care Plans for each pupil.
• Participate in staff training, development and quality assurance activities.
• Collaborate with SEND directors and the leadership team to promote inclusive and holistic education.

• Patient, resilient, reflective, emotionally intelligent and able to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have had challenging experiences of education.
• Calm under pressure and willing to learn.
• Passionate about young people with SEMH needs; desire to support them to achieve their best potential.
• Previous teaching or SEN experience is not required; training will be provided.

• Comprehensive training, ongoing mentoring and access to recognised qualifications in SEMH and SEN practice.
• Professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships and Level 5 and Level 6 qualifications.
• Supportive leadership team and strong SEND directors within the Unity Schools Partnership.
• Flexible working – part‑time or job‑share availability where possible.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will undergo rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

To arrange a visit or informal discussion about the role please contact the school office by emailing office or by calling

Final date to receive applications: 1 June 2026 9 am. Interview schedule: week commencing 8 June 2026. Please submit your application online via the Unity Schools Partnership recruitment website.