Behaviour Mentor - Alternative Provision

Aspire People; Leicester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Term time only

Ongoing opportunities across Leicester

Dedicated consultant support

Access to a wide range of education & 

Longer-term positions

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting a Behaviour Mentor to work in an Alternative Provision setting in Leicester. This role offers 1:1 and small-group support, fostering strong relationships and helping pupils re-engage with learning.

You will work with teachers to manage challenging behaviour and SEMH needs in a calm, structured environment. Starting immediately, the position is Monday to Friday, term time only, with ongoing opportunities across Leicester and Leicestershire.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Experience with challenging behaviour, SEMH or disengagement risks.
• Experience in Alternative Provision or similar settings is beneficial.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils within an Alternative Provision setting.
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils.
• Support students with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs and emotional regulation.
• Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Encourage pupils to engage with learning and develop confidence.
• Help pupils develop social, emotional and independent learning skills.
• Work with teachers and pastoral staff to provide consistent support in a calm, structured environment.

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - Alternative Provision - Leicester

Location: Leicester

Salary: £105 per day

Contract: Monday to Friday, term time only

Start Date: Immediate / ongoing

Aspire People are currently recruiting for a Behaviour Mentor to work within an Alternative Provision setting in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting young people who may have experienced difficulties within mainstream education and require a more individualized approach.

The successful candidate will be confident managing challenging behaviour while building positive relationships and helping pupils re-engage with learning.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils within an Alternative Provision setting
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils
• Support students with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs and emotional regulation
• Use positive behaviour strategies and effective de-escalation techniques
• Encourage pupils to engage with learning and develop their confidence
• Help pupils develop social, emotional and independent learning skills
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to provide consistent supportMaintain a calm, structured and supportive environment

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people is essential
• Experience supporting challenging behaviour, SEMH or pupils at risk of disengaging from education
• Experience within Alternative Provision, specialist education, youth work or a similar setting would be beneficial
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage challenging situations professionally
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

What Aspire People Offer

• Competitive daily rate of £105
• Monday to Friday, term time only
• Ongoing opportunities across Leicester and Leicestershire
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to a wide range of education settings
• Opportunities for longer-term positions

If you have a strong background in behaviour support and are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to education, we would love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks