Behaviour Mentor

Behaviour Mentor

Salary: £29,924 - £31,652 FTE
Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent or Permanent
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner by agreement)

Make a Difference Every Day

We are seeking a dedicated, resilient, and passionate Behaviour Mentor to join a supportive educational setting. This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils who require additional behavioural, emotional, and pastoral support to help them engage positively with learning and school life.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in education, youth work, social care, sports coaching, residential care, or behaviour support who is committed to helping young people overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.

The Role

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will provide both one-to-one and small group support, helping pupils develop positive behaviours, emotional regulation skills, and confidence within the school environment.

You will work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, parents, and external professionals to create a consistent and supportive approach to student wellbeing and achievement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted behaviour and pastoral support to identified pupils.
• Build positive, professional relationships with students.
• Support pupils with SEMH, SEND, and behavioural needs.
• Deliver mentoring sessions focused on engagement, attendance, and personal development.
• Assist pupils in developing emotional regulation and coping strategies.
• Support behaviour management both in and outside the classroom.
• Monitor progress and contribute to support plans and interventions.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage engagement in learning.
• Liaise effectively with staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and uphold safeguarding procedures.

Skills and Experience

We are keen to hear from candidates with experience in:

• Behaviour Mentoring
• Youth Work
• Teaching Assistant Roles
• SEMH or Alternative Provision Settings
• Sports Coaching
• Residential Childcare
• Social Care
• Family Support
• Community Outreach
• Mental Health Support

Essential Skills

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Experience supporting challenging behaviour.
• Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience.
• Ability to motivate and inspire young people.
• Strong teamwork and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.

What We Offer

• Salary of £29,924 - £31,652 FTE.
• Full-time, term-time only position.
• Temporary to permanent or permanent opportunities available.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive leadership team and working environment.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed both academically and personally, we would love to hear from you.