Behaviour Mentor

Prospero Teaching; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Interview preparation & career support

CPD & accredited online training

Team Teach training opportunities

Ongoing placement support

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting Psychology graduates to work as Behaviour Mentors in secondary schools and alternative provisions across the Midlands. This is a valuable role for gaining practical experience supporting students with SEMH, SEND and behavioural challenges before pursuing teaching or psychology careers.

You will work with staff to foster positive learning engagement and provide targeted support, both individually and in small groups.

Qualifications

• Holds a Psychology degree (or related degree).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, resilient and proactive approach.
• Enhancement DBS on Update Service (or willing to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with school staff to build positive relationships and promote engagement in learning.
• Support students one-to-one and in small groups to overcome barriers to education.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Proactivity

Education

Psychology degree

Related degree

Job description

Overview

Prospero Teaching is recruiting Psychology Graduates to work as Behaviour Mentors in secondary schools and alternative provisions across the Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), SEND and behavioural challenges before progressing into teaching, Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology or other education-based careers.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with school staff to build positive relationships, promote engagement in learning and help students overcome barriers to education through one-to-one and small group support.

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

• Holds a Psychology degree (or a related degree)
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is patient, resilient and proactive
• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or is willing to obtain one)
• Has the right to work in the UK

What Prospero Teaching Offers

• A dedicated Secondary Recruitment Consultant
• Competitive pay rates
• Interview preparation and career support
• Free access to Prospero Learning, including CPD and accredited online training
• Team Teach training opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing support throughout your placement

How to Learn More

If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact our Birmingham office on (phone number removed) or Jasmine directly on (phone number removed).

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business and education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Successful applicants will be required to complete all safeguarding and compliance checks before commencing work. Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.