Behaviour Mentor

Milk Education; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Flexible days and hours

CPD courses before placement

Job summary

Milk Education is partnering with a specialist Alternative Provision in Middlesbrough to recruit a committed and resilient Behaviour Mentor on a full-time basis. You will support students inside and outside the classroom, help manage behaviour, de-escalate situations, and provide emotional and academic support to re-engage learners, working closely with teaching and pastoral teams.

The role offers flexible days and hours, safeguarding, and CPD opportunities through Milk Education, with pathways

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Ability to de-escalate challenging behaviour calmly.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices.
• Experience in schools, PRUs, AP settings, youth work, or care backgrounds is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group behaviour and mentoring support.
• Build positive relationships with pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support re-engagement with learning and attendance improvement.
• Use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour.
• Support teachers in maintaining a calm learning environment.
• Record and report incidents and progress as required.
• Implement behaviour plans and follow safeguarding procedures.

Skills

SEMH awareness

Behaviour management

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Milk Education is currently working in partnership with a specialist Alternative Provision setting in Middlesbrough to recruit a committed and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join their team on a full-time basis.

This setting supports young people who have been excluded, are at risk of exclusion, or present with social, emotional and mental health needs. Many learners have experienced disrupted education and require consistent role models who can help them re-engage with learning and build positive relationships.

The Role

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a key role in supporting students both inside and outside the classroom. You will be responsible for helping to manage behaviour, de-escalating challenging situations, and providing consistent emotional and academic support to help pupils access learning.

You will work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to implement behaviour strategies, support reintegration into lessons, and encourage positive choices throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group behaviour and mentoring support
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils with SEMH needs
• Support pupils to re-engage with learning and improve attendance and behaviour
• Use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour effectively
• Support teachers in maintaining a calm and structured learning environment
• Implement behaviour plans and follow school safeguarding procedures
• Act as a positive role model, promoting resilience, respect, and responsibility
• Record and report behavioural incidents and progress where required

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, ASD, or behavioural needs (preferred)
• Confident managing challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, resilient, and consistent approach to supporting young people
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices
• Experience in schools, PRUs, AP settings, youth work, or care backgrounds is highly desirable

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

Interested?

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