Behaviour & Learning Mentor

Education Network; Pelaw; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Behaviour and Learning Mentor to support children with social, emotional, and mental health needs in a welcoming SEN school in Gateshead. The role involves providing one-to-one support, promoting emotional regulation, and working alongside educational staff to enhance students' learning experiences. Candidates should have experience in an educational or care setting, strong communication skills, and a willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS check. Competitive daily rates and ongoing professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Dedicated consultant support

Access to free CPD and training

Opportunities for long-term placement

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people in educational or care settings.
• Understanding of SEMH or de-escalation strategies is a plus.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and resilience.
• Support emotional regulation and wellbeing through proactive strategies.
• Work with teachers and staff to deliver tailored interventions.
• Promote inclusion and help pupils develop social and academic skills.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Patience

Flexible approach

Job description

Behaviour and Learning Mentor – SEN School

Location: Gateshead
Pay: £88.92 – £95 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full‑time / Long‑term / Supply basis
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

The Education Network is seeking a passionate and resilient Behaviour and Learning Mentor to join a welcoming SEN school in Gateshead. The school supports children and young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism and other additional learning needs. The role is ideal for someone who is calm under pressure, positive in attitude, and committed to helping pupils manage behaviour, develop confidence and re‑engage with learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with learners to encourage engagement and resilience.
• Support emotional regulation and wellbeing through proactive strategies.
• Work alongside teachers, pastoral staff and therapists to deliver tailored interventions.
• Promote inclusion and help pupils develop social and academic skills.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people (education, youth work or care setting).
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A patient, understanding and flexible approach.
• Knowledge of SEMH or de‑escalation strategies (desirable but not essential).
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Why Join The Education Network?

• Competitive daily rates.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Access to free CPD and training.
• Opportunities for long‑term or permanent placement.

Contact

If you are interested, please email Rachael.chapman@domain removed with an up‑to‑date copy of your CV, or call +number removed for an informal chat about opportunities.

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team boasts extensive combined experience and an unrivalled reputation within the education sector. We provide consistent high service levels to schools and candidates, a recruitment solution tailored to your needs, and opportunities for further training and development to enhance your career. You will work in a friendly, caring, and supportive environment where every child matters and will receive excellent rates of pay and ongoing opportunities for professional growth.

Data Privacy and Processing

By applying you agree for The Education Network to process and store your personal data, including your CV and application form, for recruitment purposes. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with GDPR. Your information will be kept securely and not shared with third parties without consent. We retain data for up to 24 months unless you request deletion earlier. You may request access, amendment or deletion of your data at any time by contacting Neville Wood.

Equal Opportunities

The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network operates as a recruitment agency for this role, and all appointments are subject to comprehensive vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices and maintain the highest standards of compliance. Short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.