Behaviour Mentor

Prospero Teaching; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching in Gravesend is seeking a compassionate Behaviour Mentor to join our school-based team. The role focuses on supporting students with behavioural, emotional and social challenges, helping them engage positively in learning and the school community.

You will work with teachers, parents and other professionals to develop and implement behaviour support plans, monitor progress and promote resilience and positive choices, including reintegration after challenging periods.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people, preferably in SEN or behavioural support contexts.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and SEN frameworks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Patience, empathy and resilience to work with complex needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Relevant qualifications or training in mentoring, counselling, or behavioural support is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group mentoring support tailored to students' needs.
• Develop and implement behaviour intervention strategies to support positive outcomes.
• Monitor, record, and report on student progress and behaviour incidents.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, parents, and external agencies to coordinate support.
• Promote positive relationships and support social and emotional growth.
• Support transitions, including reintegration following exclusions or challenging periods.

Skills

Experience with children

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Empathy and patience

Teamwork

Mentoring training

Education

Desirable mentoring/behavioural support training

Job description

Job Title: Behaviour Mentor

Location: Gravesend

Contract Type: Temporary - Long Term - Permanent

Hours: Full-time

The Role:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Behaviour Mentor to join our team. This vital role focuses on supporting students with behavioural, emotional, and social challenges, helping them to engage positively in their learning and school community.

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with teachers, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement behaviour support plans, foster resilience, and encourage positive choices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and group mentoring support tailored to students' individual needs.
• Develop and implement behaviour intervention strategies to support positive outcomes.
• Monitor, record, and report on student progress and behaviour incidents.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, parents, and external agencies to coordinate support.
• Promote positive relationships and build trust with students, encouraging social and emotional growth.
• Support transitions, including reintegration following exclusions or challenging periods.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children and young people, preferably in a SEN or behavioural support context.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and SEN frameworks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience to work effectively with complex needs.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Relevant qualifications or training in mentoring, counselling, or behavioural support (desirable but not essential)