Behaviour Mentor

Aspire People Limited; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

Term-time schedule

Job summary

Aspire People, a specialist education recruitment agency, is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join a SEN school in Hinckley.

You will provide tailored support to pupils with behavioural needs, helping them develop emotional wellbeing and engagement in learning, while working closely with teachers and SEN staff.

The role is Monday–Friday, term-time only, at £105 per day, with an ASAP start dependent on availability.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Ability to build relationships with pupils who may struggle to engage.
• Resilient and able to stay composed in challenging situations.
• Committed to term-time, Monday–Friday.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Support pupils with challenging and complex behaviours.
• Help pupils develop positive behaviour and coping strategies.
• Assist with emotional regulation and social development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.
• Help re-engage pupils in learning.

Skills

Behaviour support

Pupil engagement

De-escalation

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - Hinckley

Location: Hinckley
Pay: £105 per day
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, term time only
Start Date: ASAP / dependent on availability

Aspire People have partnered with a SEN school in Hinckley who are looking for a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join their supportive team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has experience working with children and young people who may display challenging behaviour, emotional difficulties or additional needs, and who is passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

About the Role

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will provide tailored support to pupils who require additional guidance with their behaviour, emotional wellbeing and engagement in education.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils
• Supporting children with challenging and complex behaviours
• Helping pupils develop positive behaviour and coping strategies
• Supporting emotional regulation and social development
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Helping pupils re-engage with learning and the school environment
• De-escalating challenging situations calmly and appropriately
• Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals
• Encouraging positive choices, confidence and independence
• Helping create a safe, structured and supportive environment

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs
• Is confident managing challenging behaviour
• Has a calm, patient and consistent approach
• Can build strong relationships with pupils who may struggle to engage with education
• Is resilient and able to remain composed in challenging situations
• Understands the importance of positive reinforcement and clear boundaries
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Is passionate about making a genuine difference to young people's lives
• Is committed to working Monday-Friday, term time only

Why Aspire People?

• £105 per day
• Monday-Friday, term time only
• Work within a supportive specialist SEN setting
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunity to develop your experience within SEN and behaviour
• Potential for ongoing and permanent opportunities
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.