SEMH Learning Mentor

We are a large 5 form entry infant school and we encourage our children to 'REACH for the Stars' R – Respect, E – Effort, A – Attitude, C – Collaboration, H – Honesty.

We provide a happy and secure environment that is both stimulating and responsive to the needs of each child. Alongside this we encourage each child's natural sense of curiosity, enquiry and purpose and to develop the ability to produce high quality pieces of work, both independently and collaboratively. We create an ethos in which all staff members feel valued as successful team members whose skills and talents are used effectively and celebrated.

We also provide for and encourage the professional development of our staff. All staff at Thomas A'Becket Infant School work together to develop a rich learning environment that enables the children to thrive whilst being ‘Safe’ and ‘Kind'.

Job Details

Salary: NJC Grade 6 currently £27,254 - £28,598 per annum pro rata. (Actual salary £17,593 - £18,461 p.a. dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Permanent (Term time only)

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 3:00 pm (including 45 minutes of unpaid breaks).

Location: Worthing area

Interviews: Friday 26 June 2026

What You Need to Succeed

Are you a compassionate, resilient individual ready to make a real difference in our children's lives? Do you have a passion for supporting emotional wellbeing and helping young learners thrive?

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a SEMH Learning Mentor to support our EYFS & KS1 children. This is a truly rewarding role where you'll play a key part in helping pupils overcome barriers, build confidence and unlock their full potential.

You will support children and families who need additional emotional and behavioural guidance, empowering them to develop self-regulation, positive relationships and a love for learning. Every day will bring a chance to positively impact a child’s future.

We can offer you

• A friendly, supportive team

• Happy, enthusiastic, highly motivated children

• Opportunities to develop professionally

• The chance to make a difference to young children’s development

We are looking for someone who

• Is a patient, nurturing and resilient individual who thrives on making a difference

• Has experience supporting children with SEMH needs or behavioural challenges

• Has excellent communication and relationship building skills

• Has the ability to stay calm, positive and solution-focused in challenging situations

• Has a genuine passion for helping children succeed and grow.

• Can make a positive contribution to our school community and work as part of a team.

You will be working within a large team of teachers and support staff across the year groups and will be provided with excellent support from the Leadership team.

Further Information

Thomas A'Becket Infant School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.

Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).

Once complete please return this with a supporting statement to ***email_hidden***

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01903 235386

NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.

The reference number for this role is SCHO02582.

Job Reference: SCHO02582