Behaviour Mentor

Prospero Teaching; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency seeks a Behaviour Mentor in Rochdale to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The successful candidate will provide tailored 1:1 and small group support, promoting positive emotional regulation and resilience. Experience with SEMH or behavioural needs is essential. The role requires enhanced DBS clearance and offers a full-time, permanent contract with a salary ranging from £525 to £700 per week, depending on experience and responsibilities. Interested candidates should submit their CV.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH and behavioural needs in school or youth work.
• Ability to manage behaviour with empathy and calmness.
• Qualification in support, care, or education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils.
• Assist class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour support.
• Promote emotional regulation and resilience.
• Track progress and communicate with staff and families.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people with SEMH/behavioural needs

Calm, empathetic, and proactive approach

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies

Education

Relevant qualification in support, care, or education

Job description

Behaviour Mentor

Job Title: Behaviour Mentor (SEMH)
Area: Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £525-£700 per week (Dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the School

Are you a patient, resilient, and nurturing individual with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive specialist school in Rochdale seeking a dedicated SEMH Mentor to join their supportive teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils who need encouragement, stability, and guidance to thrive in their learning and development.

SEMH Mentor Role and Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and interventions tailored to individual needs
• Promote positive routines, emotional regulation, and resilience throughout the school day
• Contribute to progress tracking and communicate effectively with staff and families

SEMH Mentor - What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH/behavioural needs (in school, care, or youth work)
• A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to managing behaviour
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• An understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies
• A relevant qualification in support, care, or education is desirable but not essential

SEMH Mentor - To Be Eligible You Must

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply)
• Be able to provide two professional references (child‑related preferred)

Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Safeguarding and child protection are at the heart of everything we do – all candidates must undergo the relevant vetting checks before starting work.