Some young people come into school filled with stress of home life and a desperate desire to either be seen, or to hide away.
They may be dealing with anxiety, trauma, low confidence, dysregulation, or a deep sense that school is not a place where they feel safe or understood. In those moments, mentoring can make a real difference. But meaningful mentoring does not happen by chance. It takes training, preparation, and the ability to respond calmly in a wide range of situations.
That is why Team Teach Training with Lexia is such an important part of what we do.
At Lexia Education Services, we are proud to run a Team Teach training course for our mentors during the school holidays and half terms. We make space for this training because we know that schools are busy, complex environments, and our mentors need to feel ready for the reality of the work. This is exactly why we do what we do.
Why Team Teach matters in schools today
Schools today are supporting young people with increasingly varied needs.
Mentors may work with pupils who are struggling with emotional regulation, pupils who find transitions hard, or pupils who need extra support to feel safe and settled in the classroom. In some cases, a young person may become overwhelmed, distressed, or reactive. In those moments, the adults around them need more than good intentions. They need practical tools, confidence, and a calm understanding of how to respond.
That is where Team Teach is so valuable.
Team Teach helps mentors build skills around de-escalation, communication, behaviour support, and safety. It is not about control. It is about understanding behaviour, reducing risk, and protecting relationships.
For us, this matters deeply.
A mentor is often the trusted adult a young person turns to when things feel too big. If that mentor has been properly trained, they are better placed to recognise early signs of distress, respond in a measured way, and help prevent situations from escalating further.
Why Lexia trains mentors during holidays and half terms
At Lexia, we do not see training as a one-off task to tick off a list.
We see it as part of our responsibility to the young people we support, the schools we partner with, and the mentors who represent us every day. Running Team Teach training during school holidays and half terms gives our newly starting mentors dedicated time to focus, reflect, and build their confidence without the pressure of the school day around them.
This also means our mentors return to schools feeling refreshed, equipped, and ready.
We know that no two school settings are the same. A mentor may work in a mainstream primary school, a secondary setting, an alternative provision, or alongside pupils with additional needs. Because of that, our mentors need preparation that matches the real world. Team Teach forms a key part of that preparation.
It helps our team think through different scenarios, strengthen professional judgement, and feel more secure in how they support young people when challenges arise.
Preparing mentors for a variety of circumstances
One of the things Lexia prides itself on is preparing mentors for the full picture of school life.
Mentoring is not only about having a good conversation in a quiet room. It can also mean supporting a pupil after a difficult lesson, helping them regulate after conflict, or being a steady presence in moments of uncertainty. Schools need mentors who are adaptable, emotionally aware, and trained to work safely.
That is why Team Teach is so important.
It gives mentors a stronger foundation for:
- recognising signs that a young person is becoming overwhelmed
- using calm, consistent communication
- helping de-escalate difficult situations
- keeping themselves and others safe
- supporting pupils with dignity and respect
- working more effectively alongside school staff
This training does not replace empathy. It strengthens it.
When a mentor understands how to respond well under pressure, they can stay connected to the young person in front of them. They can focus on support rather than panic. They can hold boundaries while still protecting trust.
The benefits of having a Team Teach qualification
A Team Teach qualification brings real benefits to mentors and the schools they work in.
- It builds confidence. Mentors feel more assured in their role because they have trained for situations that can otherwise feel intimidating or unpredictable. Confidence matters, because young people notice when an adult feels calm and grounded.
- It improves safety. Schools need professionals who understand safe practice and who can respond appropriately when a pupil is distressed. Team Teach helps mentors work in a way that supports the wellbeing of everyone involved.
- It strengthens professional credibility. When schools know that Lexia mentors are Team Teach trained, they can feel reassured that our team takes preparation seriously. We do not send mentors into schools hoping they will figure it out as they go. We invest in them so they can show up ready.
- It supports better outcomes for young people. A young person is more likely to engage when they feel safe, seen, and supported by adults who know how to handle difficult moments well. Team Teach helps create that sense of safety.
Why this matters for mentoring
At its heart, mentoring is about relationship.
It is about helping a young person believe in themselves, regulate emotions, rebuild trust, and move forward. But relationships grow best in safe environments. When mentors are trained through Team Teach, they are better able to create those conditions.
That means they can:
- stay calm when emotions rise
- respond with consistency
- reduce tension before it grows
- protect trust during hard moments
- remain a stable presence for the young person
In the current day, that level of preparation is not optional. It is essential.
Young people deserve support from adults who are not only kind, but skilled. Schools deserve partners who understand the realities staff face. And mentors deserve training that helps them feel ready for the role they are stepping into.
That is what Team Teach Training with Lexia represents.
A training culture that reflects our values
At Lexia, we believe mentoring should be thoughtful, safe, and genuinely impactful.
Our commitment to Team Teach training during school holidays and half terms reflects that belief. We want every mentor to feel supported, capable, and prepared for the variety of circumstances they may face in schools. That investment in training is part of how we care for our team and part of how we deliver the highest standard of support to young people.
Because when mentors are prepared, young people benefit.
And when young people feel safe, understood, and well supported, real change becomes possible.
If your school is looking for mentoring support grounded in preparation, care, and real understanding of school environments, Lexia is here to help.
FAQ
What is Team Teach training?
Team Teach is training that helps professionals support behaviour safely, use de-escalation strategies, and respond to challenging situations in a respectful and informed way.
Why is Team Teach important for mentors?
It gives mentors practical skills to stay calm, reduce risk, and support young people safely when emotions run high.
How often does Lexia run Team Teach training?
Lexia runs Team Teach training courses during school holidays and half terms for our mentors, helping them be prepared and confident for work in schools.
