Behaviour Mentor

Worldwide Teaching Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position 8:30am-3:00pm

Lucrative referral scheme

Ongoing consultant support

Supportive SEND department and SLT

Job summary

Worldwide Teaching Ltd is recruiting for a Behaviour Mentor at a secondary school in Cheetham Hill, Manchester. The role focuses on mentoring students aged 11-16, mainly in one-to-one and small-group settings, supporting their learning and emotional needs.

The successful candidate will have UK-based experience with young people, a calm, empathetic approach, and a willingness to work within a supportive SEND and pastoral team. The post is full-time, 8:30am–3:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people aged 11-16.
• Experience supporting behaviour or SEMH needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships and engage learners.
• Calm, patient, empathic approach and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-to-one, in small groups, and across the timetable.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and stay engaged in lessons.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and SEND/pastoral teams to create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Youth work experience

Mentoring

Pastoral support

Behaviour management

SEMH understanding

Interpersonal communication

Calm and patient approach

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - Secondary School - Cheetham Hill, Manchester

Cover People are actively recruiting full-time Behaviour Mentors with UK-based experience working with children and young people, preferably aged 11-16. We are working with a secondary school in Cheetham Hill, Manchester, looking for confident, resilient and personable individuals who are interested in transitioning into mainstream education.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, pastoral support or working with young people who may be looking to develop a career within education.

The role will be on a long-term basis within a Good-rated secondary school in Cheetham Hill, supporting and mentoring students aged 11-16 across mainstream classes. You will work with pupils on a one-to-one basis, in small groups and throughout their mainstream timetable, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

The school is particularly interested in versatile applicants who can engage young people despite potential challenges with behaviour, additional educational needs or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

You will play an important role in supporting students with their confidence, emotional regulation, motivation and engagement with learning. Working closely with teaching staff, the SEND department and the wider pastoral team, you will help create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.

In the first instance, you would be booked for a one-day trial to give both yourself and the school an opportunity to see whether the role is the right fit.

The school is often complimented for being a supportive and welcoming community-led school, with a strong commitment to helping young people overcome challenges and succeed.

Why should you consider this position through Cover People?

We take pride in the little things that matter most to you. We offer around-the-clock support from our helpful and friendly consultants who are always more than happy to help.

Benefits:

• An excellent pathway into working within mainstream secondary schools.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in behaviour and pastoral support.
• Competitive pay rates.
• Lucrative referral scheme.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant.
• Supportive SEND department and Senior Leadership Team.
• Long-term opportunity within a welcoming secondary school.
• Full-time position (8:30am-3:00pm, Monday to Friday).

Requirements:

• A genuine passion for working with children and young people.
• Recent experience supporting children or young people, ideally aged 11-16.
• Experience working with challenging behaviour or an interest in developing behaviour management skills.
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, SEMH and additional educational needs.
• A person-centred and empathetic approach.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach when supporting challenging situations.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and encourage engagement across mainstream subjects.
• A passion for making a positive difference to young people's education and wellbeing.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. The above vacancy is a t