Behaviour Mentor - Ely

Justteachers Ltd; Ely; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Ely is seeking a dedicated SEND Support Worker to help pupils across all age ranges develop emotional regulation, resilience and confidence alongside learning.

You will work with teaching staff to create a calm, structured classroom, using de-escalation and restorative approaches, building positive relationships and supporting SEMH needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in a behavioural support, education, care, youth work, or mentoring setting.
• Understanding of SEND and/or SEMH needs with ability to adapt approaches.
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour using calm, consistent strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships.
• Relevant training or qualifications (e.g., Youth Work, Childcare, Teaching Assistant Level 2/3) or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted behavioural and emotional support to pupils, helping them to understand and manage their behaviours effectively.
• Work closely with teaching staff to create a calm, structured learning environment that supports positive behaviour and engagement.
• Use consistent, supportive strategies such as clear expectations, de-escalation techniques, and restorative approaches to guide pupils back into learning.
• Act as a positive role model, building strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and self-esteem.
• Support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them develop coping strategies and positive interactions.
• Reinforce routines and boundaries to promote a safe and purposeful school environment.

Skills

Behaviour support

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Education

Youth Work/Childcare/Teaching Assistant Level 2/3

Job description

About the role:

A welcoming and supportive SEND setting in Ely, dedicated to meeting the needs of children and young people across all age ranges. The school provides a structured and nurturing environment where pupils are supported to develop their emotional regulation, resilience, independence, and confidence alongside their learning. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive atmosphere that encourages engagement and personal growth. Full-time role available, starting ASAP and/ or September.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted behavioural and emotional support to pupils, helping them to understand and manage their behaviours effectively.
• Work closely with teaching staff to create a calm, structured learning environment that supports positive behaviour and engagement.
• Use consistent, supportive strategies such as clear expectations, de-escalation techniques, and restorative approaches to guide pupils back into learning.
• Act as a positive role model, building strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and self-esteem.
• Support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them develop coping strategies and positive interactions.
• Reinforce routines and boundaries to promote a safe and purposeful school environment.

Pre-requisites:

• Experience working with children or young people in a behavioural support, education, care, youth work, or mentoring setting.
• Understanding of SEND and/or SEMH needs, with the ability to adapt approaches to support individual pupils.
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour using calm, consistent, and proactive strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Relevant training or qualifications (e.g., Youth Work, Childcare, Teaching Assistant Level 2/3) or equivalent practical experience.