Mental Health Support Worker / Learning Mentor

Protocol Education
📍 Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 18, 2026

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives?

Do you enjoy working with children or vulnerable adults?
Do you have a background in social care, support work or mentoring?
Or personal experience supporting individuals with SEND?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Protocol Education are currently recruiting a Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Pupil Referral Unit in Basildon. You will be part of a dedicated team supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a specialist setting.

About the role:

Supporting students on a 1:1 and small group basis
Helping manage behaviour and encourage engagement in learning
Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils
Working closely with experienced staff in a collaborative environment

What we’re looking for:

A positive, resilient and proactive attitude
Strong communi...

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Job Details

  • Location Basildon, Essex
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category educational-instruction-and-library
  • Posted Date June 18, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 28, 2026