Behaviour Mentor

Cover People; Wigan; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Cover People are recruiting a Behaviour Mentor in Wigan to support secondary SEMH pupils. You will provide one-to-one and small-group mentoring, help students engage with learning, develop emotional regulation and resilience, and build trusting relationships in a nurturing environment.

This full-time role runs 8:30 am–3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with a view to permanency. Pay is £100–£120 per day (DOE), paid PAYE directly through Cover People. Right to Work in the UK and a valid DBS are expected.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Calm, resilient, patient with strong behaviour management.
• Ability to build positive relationships and inspire students.
• Right to Work in the UK and DBS clearance.
• Two professional references.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group behaviour mentoring for students with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that promote engagement and emotional wellbeing.
• Support students to regulate their emotions and develop positive coping strategies.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to manage behaviour positively and consistently.
• Encourage resilience, independence and confidence both inside and outside the classroom.
• Act as a positive role model, helping students overcome barriers to learning.

Skills

SEMH support

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Pastoral support

Job description

Join Cover People as a Behaviour Mentor – Make a Difference!

Have you supported young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs before?

Are you confident building positive relationships with challenging teenagers? Looking for a rewarding role where every day brings the opportunity to change a young person's future?

This is an exciting opportunity for a full-time Behaviour Mentor to join a supportive Secondary SEMH School in Wigan to start ASAP. You'll work closely with students who require additional behavioural, emotional and pastoral support, helping them engage with learning, build resilience and achieve positive outcomes.

The Behaviour Mentor Role:

• Start Date: ASAP.
• Contract: Full-time, long-term, with potential for permanency.
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am–3:30 pm.
• Pay: £100–120 per day (DOE), paid PAYE directly through Cover People – no umbrella companies!
• Setting: Secondary Alternative Provision for children with social, emotional or mental health needs.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide one-to-one and small group behaviour mentoring for students with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that promote engagement and emotional wellbeing.
• Support students to regulate their emotions and develop positive coping strategies.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to manage behaviour positively and consistently.
• Encourage resilience, independence and confidence both inside and outside the classroom.
• Act as a positive role model, helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

About the School:

Specialist SEMH Provision: A dedicated secondary school supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs through a nurturing and structured approach.

Relationship-Focused: Staff place positive relationships at the heart of everything they do, creating a safe and supportive environment for every young person.

Personalised Learning: Students benefit from tailored education programmes designed to meet their individual academic, social and emotional needs.

Supportive Team: You'll join an experienced and collaborative staff team committed to helping every student succeed.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Be part of a passionate and highly supportive SEND team.
• Competitive daily pay with excellent working conditions.
• Continuous support from a dedicated Now Education consultant.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

What We're Looking For:

• A CV detailing your full education and work history.
• Proof of Right to Work & Address in the UK.
• A valid DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
• Two professional references.
• Experience supporting young people with SEMH, behavioural needs or additional needs is highly desirable.
• A calm, resilient and patient approach with excellent behaviour management skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships and inspire young people to achieve their potential.