Description
Behaviour Mentor
We are seeking a committed and resilient Behaviour Mentor to support children and young people with behavioural, social, emotional and mental health needs within an alternative or specialist education setting.
This is a rewarding role for someone passionate about inclusion, positive behaviour strategies and helping learners build confidence, self-esteem and engagement with education.
The role:
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work with a defined caseload of pupils, providing targeted support both in and out of the classroom. You will act as a positive role model, supporting learners to overcome barriers to learning, improve behaviour, and make progress academically and socially.
You will work closely with teaching staff, senior leaders, parents/carers and external professionals to ensure consistent support and high expectations for all learners.
Key responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with behavioural and emotional needs
Support learners within the classroom to promote engagement, progress and positive behaviour
Act as a role model, establishing strong and respectful relationships with pupils
Support restorative practice strategies and positive behaviour management
Monitor, record and report on pupil progress and interventions
Liaise with teaching staff, SENCo, inclusion teams and senior leaders regarding pupils of concern
Provide pastoral support and mentoring to pupils
Contribute to inclusion, enrichment and specialist support strategies
Support attendance and inclusion, including home visits where required
Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and health & safety at all times
Be willing to undertake positive handling training and use de-escalation strategies where necessary
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational or SEND setting
A good standard of education (including English and maths)
Strong behaviour management, communication and relationship-building skills
The ability to remain calm, patient and professional in challenging situations
A flexible and proactive approach to supporting pupils
Confidence working independently and as part of a wider team
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Desirable:
Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs
A qualification in youth work or a related field
Experience using pupil tracking or data systems
Positive Handling training (or willingness to undertake training)
Ability to drive and carry out home visits
This role is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.
We are seeking a committed and resilient Behaviour Mentor to support children and young people with behavioural, social, emotional and mental health needs within an alternative or specialist education setting.
This is a rewarding role for someone passionate about inclusion, positive behaviour strategies and helping learners build confidence, self-esteem and engagement with education.
The role:
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work with a defined caseload of pupils, providing targeted support both in and out of the classroom. You will act as a positive role model, supporting learners to overcome barriers to learning, improve behaviour, and make progress academically and socially.
You will work closely with teaching staff, senior leaders, parents/carers and external professionals to ensure consistent support and high expectations for all learners.
Key responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with behavioural and emotional needs
Support learners within the classroom to promote engagement, progress and positive behaviour
Act as a role model, establishing strong and respectful relationships with pupils
Support restorative practice strategies and positive behaviour management
Monitor, record and report on pupil progress and interventions
Liaise with teaching staff, SENCo, inclusion teams and senior leaders regarding pupils of concern
Provide pastoral support and mentoring to pupils
Contribute to inclusion, enrichment and specialist support strategies
Support attendance and inclusion, including home visits where required
Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and health & safety at all times
Be willing to undertake positive handling training and use de-escalation strategies where necessary
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational or SEND setting
A good standard of education (including English and maths)
Strong behaviour management, communication and relationship-building skills
The ability to remain calm, patient and professional in challenging situations
A flexible and proactive approach to supporting pupils
Confidence working independently and as part of a wider team
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Desirable:
Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs
A qualification in youth work or a related field
Experience using pupil tracking or data systems
Positive Handling training (or willingness to undertake training)
Ability to drive and carry out home visits
This role is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.