Mental Health Support Worker / Learning Mentor

Protocol Education
📍 Basildon, England, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 05, 2026

Job Description

Mental Health Support Worker / Learning Mentor (SEN)


Do you want to make a real difference?
Do you enjoy supporting children or vulnerable young people?
Do you have experience in social care, SEN, or personal experience supporting SEND?

If so, this could be the role for you.

Protocol Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant to work within a Specialist School Setting, supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

You will be joining a supportive and experienced team, working with pupils who require patience, consistency and positive role models. While experience with SEMH is beneficial, it is not essential—a strong attitude, resilience and a genuine desire to support children are key.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have a positive, calm and resilient approach
  • B...
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    Job Details

    • Location Basildon, England
    • Job Type Full-time
    • Category Counselors, Social Workers, and Other Community and Social Service Specialists
    • Posted Date June 05, 2026
    • Application Deadline July 15, 2026