Behaviour Mentor

Reeson Education; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Behaviour Mentor in Rotherham to provide direct behaviour support to students in a structured environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in SEMH settings and possess strong communication skills to manage challenging behaviour effectively. This role offers a competitive daily rate of £90-£120 depending on experience and opportunities for ongoing professional development. Applicants must be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS to ensure safety standards are met.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Ongoing training and professional development

Stable working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in SEMH or alternative provision environments.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour confidently.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behaviour support and guide pupils through routines.
• Reinforce expectations and boundaries with students.
• Lead targeted interventions to build emotional control.
• Form dependable relationships with students.
• Monitor and record behavioural progress.

Skills

Experience in SEMH

Calm and controlled approach

Strong presence and communication

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Are you a confident and assertive Behaviour Mentor who brings strong presence, clear boundaries, and steady leadership to young people who need it most?

We are recruiting a firm, reliable, and consistent Behaviour Mentor for a specialist alternative provision in Rotherham (S62), ideal for someone who thrives in structured, Social, Emotional, and Mental Health-SEMH focused environments.

About the Role:

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will provide direct, hands-on behaviour support, guide pupils through daily routines, and use a clear, no-nonsense approach to keep them focused and grounded. You'll build trust through consistency, reinforce expectations, and help students develop self-discipline, resilience, and positive habits.

Key Responsibilities as Behaviour Mentor:

• Behaviour Support: Use strong, steady strategies to manage behaviour and keep students regulated.
• Routine Leadership: Reinforce structure, expectations, and boundaries throughout the school day.
• Intervention Delivery: Lead practical, targeted interventions that build emotional control and focus.
• Relationship Building: Form clear, dependable relationships built on respect and consistency.
• Progress Monitoring: Record behavioural progress and provide straightforward updates to senior staff.
• Professional Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, leaders, and external services to ensure aligned behaviour standards.

To succeed as a Behaviour Mentor, you will need:

• Experience in SEMH, alternative provision, behaviour support, or similar structured settings.
• A calm, controlled approach with strong presence and decisive communication.
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour with authority, clarity, and consistency.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to act quickly and logically under pressure.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply through us.

Benefits as a Behaviour Mentor:

• Competitive daily rate of £90-£120 depending on experience.
• Full-time and part-time roles available.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• A stable, organised working environment.
• A direct opportunity to make a measurable impact on pupils who need strong role models.

Please note:

This role requires sound safeguarding knowledge, and applicants must meet all safer-recruitment standards, including holding an enhanced DBS or being willing to obtain one.

For more information or to apply for the Behaviour Mentor role, please contact our consultant Mitch Stringer at .

We look forward to welcoming a reliable and capable Behaviour Mentor to the team.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%