Behaviour Mentor

Long Term Futures; Hay Mills; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking a confident Behaviour Mentor to join a primary school near Bordesley Green from September. You will provide 1:1 and small-group SEN and behaviour support, following EHCPs and BSPs, while building strong relationships with pupils across SEN hubs and classrooms.

The role focuses on de-escalation, engagement, and emotional regulation, with close collaboration alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff for ongoing progress in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent.
• De-escalation and behaviour management training is desirable (e.g. TeamTeach).
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Specialist school, alternative provision or behaviour support experience welcomed.
• Reliable, resilient and committed to a long-term role.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN and behaviour support.
• Build positive, consistent relationships with pupils.
• Follow EHCPs, BSPs and individual support strategies.
• De-escalate challenging situations calmly and confidently.
• Support learning, engagement and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff.

Skills

Behaviour mentoring

SEN support

De-escalation

Relationship building

Education

A Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Tools

TeamTeach training

Job description

Behaviour Mentor (BBBH1554) Small Heath, England

Behaviour Mentor
Location: Bordesley Green, Birmingham B9
Daily Pay Rate: £110 - 125
Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only), 8:30 – 15:45
Start Date: September 1 st 2026
Contract: Long-Term temporary, Temp to Perm
Long Term Futures are looking for confident and proactive Behaviour Mentors / SEN Teaching Assistants to join a supportive primary school from September near the Bordesley Green area.
Working across the school’s SEN hubs and classrooms, you’ll combine targeted behaviour mentoring with hands-on SEN classroom support. You’ll work with pupils who have EHCPs and Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs), helping them regulate their behaviour, engage with learning and make positive progress.
Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN and behaviour support
• Build positive, consistent relationships with pupils
• Follow EHCPs, BSPs and individual support strategies
• De-escalate challenging situations calmly and confidently
• Support learning, engagement and emotional regulation
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff

What We’re Looking For:

• A Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• De-escalation and behaviour management training is desirable e.g. TeamTeach
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN
• Specialist school, alternative provision or behaviour support experience welcomed
• Reliable, resilient and committed to a long-term role

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long-term, stable work with the potential for a permanent role.
• No day-to-day supply – full-time consistency in one school.
• Trial days instead of formal interviews to ensure the right fit.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This role is easily commutable from: Small Heath, Alum Rock, Saltley, Digbeth, Nechells, Sparkbrook, Sparkhill, Yardley, Stechford, Washwood Heath, Hodge Hill, Aston and surrounding East Birmingham areas.

Behaviour Mentor | SEN Teaching Assistant | Behaviour Support | SEN Hub Support | 1:1 Mentoring | Challenging Behaviour | EHCP Support | Behaviour Support Plans | SEMH | Autism & ADHD Support | Pastoral Support | Specialist School | Full-Time Role | Long-Term Role