Behaviour Mentor - Alternative Provision

senploy; Salford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Educato Recruitment is seeking an experienced Behaviour Mentor to support pupils with SEMH needs in an Alternative Provision in Salford. The role emphasises building positive relationships, using sport and routines to regulate emotions, and includes transporting pupils daily.

A driving licence with access to a vehicle and appropriate business insurance is required. DBS Update Service or willingness to obtain one is expected. This is a full-time post in a safeguarding-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with challenging behaviour and SEMH in young people.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management and de-escalation.
• Sporting background such as coaching, PE, football coaching or youth development.
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle with business insurance for transporting pupils.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Commitment to working full-time in a long-term role.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 behaviour mentoring to pupils with SEMH needs, ADHD, autism and challenging behaviour.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced exclusions or disrupted education.
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Encourage emotional regulation and positive decision-making.
• Use sport and physical activity to engage pupils and promote positive behaviour.
• Support pupils in developing confidence and resilience.
• Transport pupils safely to and from the provision as required.
• Work with teaching staff and other professionals to implement individual behaviour support strategies.

Skills

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Sport coaching

Driving

Relationship building

Job description

Educato Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced and resilient Behaviour Mentor to work within an Alternative Provision in Salford, supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, challenging behaviour and difficulties engaging in mainstream education.

This is a hands-on role where building positive relationships, setting clear boundaries and understanding the reasons behind challenging behaviour are essential.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a sporting or coaching background who can use physical activity, structured routines and positive mentoring to help pupils regulate their emotions, improve their behaviour and re-engage with education.

An important part of this role will involve transporting a pupil to and from the provision each day, so applicants must be confident drivers with access to their own vehicle and appropriate business insurance.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 behaviour mentoring to pupils with SEMH needs, ADHD, autism and challenging behaviour.
• Build trusting relationships with young people who may have experienced exclusions, disrupted education or difficulties in mainstream settings.
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to manage challenging situations.
• Encourage emotional regulation, positive decision-making and improved social skills.
• Use sport, physical activity and practical activities to engage pupils and promote positive behaviour.
• Support pupils in developing confidence, resilience and independence.
• Maintain clear expectations, boundaries and routines throughout the school day.
• Transport pupils safely to and from the provision as required.
• Work alongside teaching staff and other professionals to implement individual behaviour support strategies.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with challenging behaviour, SEMH or vulnerable young people.
• A strong understanding of behaviour management, emotional regulation and de-escalation.
• A sporting background, ideally in sports coaching, PE, football coaching or youth development.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Appropriate business insurance covering the transportation of pupils.
• A calm, confident and resilient personality with the ability to remain professional in challenging situations.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Commitment to working full-time in a long-term position.

Who Would Suit This Role?

We would particularly welcome applications from:

• Experienced Behaviour Mentors or SEMH Teaching Assistants.
• Sports Coaches with experience supporting challenging behaviour.
• Youth Workers or Outreach Workers.
• Staff with previous experience in Alternative Provisions or Pupil Referral Units (PRUs).
• Individuals experienced in supporting young people at risk of exclusion.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a specialist setting where your ability to build relationships and manage behaviour can have a genuine impact on a young person's future.

The provision is looking for someone who is consistent, proactive and not easily fazed by challenging behaviour. You must be able to balance a supportive, approachable manner with firm boundaries and clear expectations.

If you have strong behaviour management experience, a sporting background and a passion for supporting young people who need additional guidance, we want to hear from you.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2026) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.

Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.