Behaviour Mentor

Academics; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a specialist school in Chelmsford. You will work with children and young people who face barriers to learning due to trauma, behavioural challenges, or SEN, providing patient support and steady guidance to help them engage with education.

You will build trust with pupils, support emotional wellbeing, and collaborate with teachers and therapists to create personalised strategies that unlock each learner's potential in a safe, nurturing

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs, SEMH, autism, ADHD or trauma.
• Calm under pressure and excellent communication to build relationships.
• Experience in education, youth work, care, coaching or support work is welcomed; a genuine passion for supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Work one-to-one with pupils and in small groups to build engagement and emotional wellbeing.
• Support students in developing positive behaviours and managing their emotions to access learning in a safe, structured environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to create personalised strategies that help pupils overcome barriers to education and reach their full potential.

Skills

Experience with children

Calm under pressure

Good communication

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about supporting children to overcome barriers to learning? Do you believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their past experiences? This Behaviour Mentor role is based in a specialist school in Chelmsford that supports children and young people who are unable to access mainstream education due to trauma, behavioural challenges, or SEN. It is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, resilient, and committed to helping students achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to build trusting relationships that encourage engagement, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Support students in developing positive behaviours, managing their emotions, and accessing learning in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to create personalised strategies that help pupils overcome barriers to education and reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with behavioural needs, SEMH, autism, ADHD, trauma, or other additional needs.
• Calm under pressure and an excellent communicator able to build positive relationships with both students and colleagues.
• Experience in education, youth work, care, coaching, or support work is welcomed; a genuine passion for supporting young people is equally important.

Benefits and expectations

• Join a welcoming and dedicated team where your contribution is valued.
• Ongoing support and opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children every day.
• Meaningful work with varied challenges and rewards in a supportive environment.