Behaviour Mentor

TimePlan Education Group; Oldham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education Group is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a specialist secondary school in Rochdale. You will support pupils with ASC, ADHD and SEMH, providing 1:1, small-group and classroom assistance to help regulate emotions and access learning.

Working with teachers and SEN professionals, you will build positive relationships, apply de-escalation strategies and promote safe, inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Patient, resilient and consistent in approach.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour and staying calm under pressure.
• Engaging, proactive and passionate about supporting young people.
• Experience in behaviour support, SEN, SEMH, youth work or education.
• Ideally experience in residential, care or specialist behaviour setting.
• Strong communicator and team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support.
• Support pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH and challenging behaviour.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Use behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Remain calm, patient and resilient in challenging situations.
• Work closely with teachers, pastoral teams and SEN professionals.
• Encourage pupils to engage with learning and develop confidence and independence.
• Help maintain a safe, structured and inclusive environment.

Skills

Behaviour support

SEN

SEMH

Youth work

Education

Team Teach

Job description

Behaviour Mentor – Specialist Secondary School

Start the new academic year by making a real difference.

Are you a resilient, patient and proactive Behaviour Mentor who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and challenging behaviour?

A welcoming specialist secondary school in Rochdale is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor / Behaviour Support Assistant to join its experienced team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to start the new academic year in a rewarding role, supporting pupils with ASC, ADHD and SEMH needs to regulate their emotions, manage behaviour and access learning.

The Role

You will provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop positive behaviours and routines.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH and challenging behaviour.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Using effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Remaining calm, patient and resilient when faced with challenging situations.
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral teams and SEN professionals.
• Encouraging pupils to engage with learning and develop confidence and independence.
• Helping to maintain a safe, structured and inclusive environment.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, resilient and consistent in their approach.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour and remaining calm under pressure.
• Engaging, proactive and passionate about supporting young people.
• Experienced in behaviour support, SEN, SEMH, youth work or education.
• Ideally experienced working within a residential, care or specialist behaviour setting.
• A strong communicator who works well as part of a team.
• Team Teach trained or willing to undertake training.

TimePlan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two professional references.