Behaviour Intervention Mentor

AMA Admin; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

CPD access via Milk Academy

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting dedicated and resilient Behaviour Intervention Mentors to support pupils across Primary Schools in Sunderland and South Tyneside. You will work with children who require support with behaviour, emotional regulation, engagement and social development.

This rewarding role suits those with experience in education, youth work or mentoring. You will contribute to positive behaviours, build strong relationships with pupils, and support teachers and pastoral teams to

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with behavioural, SEMH, or additional support needs.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships and act as a role model.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome challenges and achieve their potential.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Providing targeted 1:1 and small group behaviour interventions.
• Supporting pupils to develop emotional regulation and positive coping strategies.
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging engagement in learning.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils to support personal growth.
• Supporting children with SEMH, SEND, and behavioural needs.
• Working alongside teachers, SENDCOs, and pastoral teams to implement behaviour support plans.
• Monitoring progress and celebrating pupil achievements.

Skills

Behaviour management

De-escalation

Communication skills

Relationship building

Patience

Job description

Behaviour Intervention Mentor

Sunderland & South Tyneside
Competitive Daily Rate
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Be the positive influence that helps pupils succeed.

Milk Education is recruiting dedicated and resilient Behaviour Intervention Mentors to support pupils across Primary Schools in Sunderland and South Tyneside.

As a Behaviour Intervention Mentor, you will work closely with children who require additional support with behaviour, emotional regulation, engagement, and social development. Through building positive relationships and implementing effective intervention strategies, you will help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.

This rewarding role is ideal for individuals with experience in education, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, residential care, support work, psychology, or behaviour-focused roles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing targeted 1:1 and small group behaviour interventions
• Supporting pupils to develop emotional regulation and positive coping strategies
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging engagement in learning
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils to support personal growth
• Supporting children with SEMH, SEND, and behavioural needs
• Working alongside teachers, SENDCOs, and pastoral teams to implement behaviour support plans
• Monitoring progress and celebrating pupil achievements

We Are Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people with behavioural, SEMH, or additional support needs
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills
• The ability to build positive relationships and act as a role model
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome challenges and achieve their potential
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Milk Education?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible working opportunities
• FastTrack™ Compliance process
• Access to 1,000+ FREE and discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy
• Dedicated support from your local Primary Consultant
• Opportunities for long-term, temporary-to-permanent, and permanent positions

At Milk Education, we understand that the right support can transform a child's school experience. As a Behaviour Intervention Mentor, you'll play a key role in helping pupils develop positive behaviours, improve engagement, and build the confidence needed to thrive in education.