Youth Mentor

Location – Burnley

Pay – £475‑£550 per week, depending on experience

Start date – 16/03/2026

Contract Type – Long‑Term, Full‑Time

Are you a calm, resilient individual with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

We are currently working with a specialist, secondary Pupil Referral Unit in the Burnley area, looking to recruit an experienced youth mentor to join their welcoming team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, encouraging re‑engagement in learning
• Encourage extra‑curricular activities including arts and sports
• Assist in managing challenging behaviours, using positive de‑escalation techniques

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a school or community based setting is highly desired