Behaviour Mentor

Vision for Education - Cornwall; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a Young Offender Behaviour Mentor to inspire and support young people aged 11-16 in a Pupil Referral Unit. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about making a difference in the lives of disadvantaged youth, providing guidance in both classroom settings and their personal development. The successful candidate will be resilient and empathetic, with relevant experience in this challenging but rewarding area.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid via PAYE

Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD opportunities for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience working with young offenders or with Social, Emotional and Mental Health issues.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities for young offenders.
• Monitor pupils' achievements and report on their progress.
• Provide guidance and support in social and emotional development.

Skills

Resilience

Empathy

Passion for changing lives

Job description

Do you want to inspire, motivate, and make a difference in the lives of our learners?

If you answered YES, then look no further — this is the opportunity for you!

We are looking to recruit an outstanding Behaviour Mentor to join our fantastic and enthusiastic team. We seek individuals with a passion for working in a learning environment with complex but rewarding children. You will work closely with teachers and other professionals by taking responsibility for learning activities under an agreed system of supervision. This may involve planning, preparing, and delivering learning activities for individuals or groups, monitoring pupils, and recording and reporting on pupils' achievement, progress, and development.

The successful candidates will demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils. This includes using effective behaviour regulation strategies consistently in line with the school’s policies and procedures. We cover a wide range of schools across Cornwall and the Southwest. We can't wait to hear from you!

The school is recruiting for a Young Offender Behaviour Mentor to work with young people aged between 11 and 16 who are receiving their education in a Pupil Referral Unit setting. This role offers an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference to young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and support their access to education. You will provide guidance and support both in the classroom and with their social and emotional development.

Requirements

The desired Young Offender Behaviour Mentor will:

• Be resilient
• Be able to demonstrate empathy
• Have a passion to change young people's lives for the better
• Have relevant experience working with young offenders, young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health issues

What we offer

As a Young Offender Behaviour Mentor and part of our team, you will benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid via the PAYE system
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)
• Social and networking events
• Pension contributions
• CPD opportunities for professional development
• Access to a dedicated consultant
• Daily rate varies based on your scale, experience, and qualifications, which will be discussed at registration

About us

• We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to developing young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality educators.
• The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, rated as 'Excellent' by staff and recognized for industry-leading employee engagement.
• We welcome applications from all sections of the community and do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information or an informal chat about the role, please contact Nikki Walker at (phone number removed) or email (url removed).