Behaviour Mentor, ACADEMICS

Guardian Jobs; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist SEN school in Folkestone seeks a Behaviour Mentor to support children with additional needs including SEMH and ASD. Responsibilities include providing 1:1 behaviour support, collaborating with teachers, and implementing positive strategies. Ideal candidates should have experience with SEN children, strong communication skills, and a keen interest in fostering positive behaviours. This role offers on-site training and a daily pay rate of £85 to £95. Apply today to make a difference in young lives.

Benefits

Excellent on-site training

On-site parking

CPD provided

Qualifications

• Experience working in SEN, SEMH, youth work, education, care or mental health settings.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group behaviour support to pupils.
• Support emotional regulation and social development.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and routines.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and SEN staff.
• Act as a calm and supportive presence throughout school day.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Calm, patient, and resilient approach

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Interest in supporting pupils with additional needs

Education

Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Youth Studies, Education or similar

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - SEN Provision - Folkestone

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people who need guidance, consistency and positive role models? A specialist SEN school in Folkestone is seeking a Behaviour Mentor to join their team and provide targeted support to pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD & PMLD. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who enjoy working closely with pupils to help them build confidence, develop positive behaviours and engage successfully with school life.

The Role: Behaviour Mentor

Provide 1:1 and small group behaviour support to pupils. Support emotional regulation and social development. Implement positive behaviour strategies and routines. Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff and pastoral teams. Act as a consistent, calm and supportive presence throughout the school day.

What we're looking: Behaviour Mentor

Experience working with children or young people in SEN, SEMH, youth work, education, care or mental health settings. Calm, patient and resilient approach to behaviour support. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Youth Studies, Education or similar are encouraged to apply. A genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional needs.

• Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students
• £85 - £95 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, Term time only
• You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
• On site parking included

Apply now or contact Ollie Mynard at Academics Ltd: Become a Behaviour Mentor today!
01227 666 555
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Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will have to apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate