Behaviour Mentor

Prospero Teaching; Bolton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs in Bolton. The role requires providing one-on-one support, assisting teachers, and promoting emotional regulation among pupils. Ideal candidates will show empathy and possess strong communication skills, with relevant experience preferred. This position is full-time and is vital for making a positive impact on students’ learning and development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in school or care settings with SEMH needs.
• Ability to manage behaviour with a calm and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group support for SEMH pupils.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and behaviour interventions.
• Promote positive routines and emotional regulation.

Skills

Experience working with children with SEMH

Calm and empathetic approach

Strong communication skills

Understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies

Education

Relevant qualification in support, care, or education

Job description

Behaviour Mentor

Job Title: Behaviour Mentor

Area: Bolton, Greater Manchester

Start Date: January 2026

Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary (Term-time only)

Salary: £90.00- £110.00 per day (DOE)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the School:

Are you a patient, resilient, and nurturing individual with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are working with a welcoming and inclusive specialist school in Bury seeking dedicated a SEMH Behaviour Mentor to join their supportive teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils who need encouragement, stability, and guidance to thrive in their learning and development.

SEMH Behaviour Support Worker Role and Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and interventions tailored to individual needs
• Promote positive routines, emotional regulation, and resilience throughout the school day
• Contribute to progress tracking and communicate effectively with staff and families

SEMH Behaviour Support Worker - What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH/behavioural needs (in school, care, or youth work)
• A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to managing behaviour
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• An understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies
• A relevant qualification in support, care, or education is desirable but not essential

To Be Eligible You Must:

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply)
• Be able to provide two professional references (child-related preferred)

Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Safeguarding and child protection are at the heart of everything we do - all candidates must undergo the relevant vetting checks before starting work.