Behaviour Mentor

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

Benefits offered by this job

105 per day

Term-time only

Dedicated consultant support

SEN setting experience

Job summary

Aspire People are partnering with a SEN school in Hinckley seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to support pupils with challenging behaviours and emotional needs. The role is Monday-Friday, term time only, with a daily rate of £105 and start ASAP dependent on availability.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils develop positive behaviours and coping strategies, support emotional regulation, build trusting relationships, and collaborate with teachers and SEN staff to create a

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Support children with challenging and complex behaviours.
• Help pupils develop positive behaviour and coping strategies.
• Support emotional regulation and social development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.
• Help pupils re-engage with learning and the school environment.
• De-escalate challenging situations calmly and appropriately.
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff and other professionals.

Skills

Behavioural needs experience

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Teamwork

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.