Behaviour Mentor: Flexible School Support (1:1 & Groups)

Aspire People; Salford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Flexible working opportunities

Consultant support

Wide network of schools

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting experienced Behaviour Mentors and Pastoral Support Workers to support pupils across primary schools. The role involves aiding pupils with behavioural and emotional needs, delivering mentoring, and helping students build confidence and resilience.

The ideal candidate will have school-based experience, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and a calm, patient approach to behaviour support. Opportunities include long-term placements with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience in a school or education setting.
• Experience as a Behaviour Mentor or Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Confident working one-to-one.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Strong boundary setting and positive behaviour strategies.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Support pupils with behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Build positive relationships with young people.
• Deliver mentoring and pastoral interventions.
• Monitor behaviour and report to school staff.
• Support pupils during lessons and unstructured times.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Behaviour management

SEMH understanding

Job description

Aspire People is recruiting experienced Behaviour Mentors and Pastoral Support Workers to support pupils across primary schools. The role involves aiding pupils with behavioural and emotional needs, delivering mentoring, and helping students build confidence and resilience.

The ideal candidate will have school-based experience, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and a calm, patient approach to behaviour support. Opportunities include long-term placements with flexible hours.