Behaviour Mentor. Job in Burton-on-trent Education & Training Jobs

Progress Teachers Ltd; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to support pupils with challenging behaviours and SEMH needs. This full-time role, starting in September 2025, offers the chance to make a significant impact in a lovely primary school environment. You will implement tailored behaviour management strategies, collaborate with teachers and parents, and lead workshops on positive reinforcement techniques. This rewarding position not only allows you to foster positive relationships with students but also contributes to the overall development of school-wide behaviour policies. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Additional leave

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Behaviour Mentor in an educational setting is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management techniques and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group support to students with behavioural challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop behaviour support plans.
• Monitor and assess student behaviour, identifying triggers.

Skills

Behaviour Management Techniques

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Bachelor's degree in Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Tools

Behaviour Intervention Certification

Job description

Progress Teachers are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to support pupils with challenging behaviours and SEMH Needs on a full time basis at a lovely primary school in Swadlincote Burton.

This is a full time position to commence in September 2025 and will become permanent for the right candidate!

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and group support to students with behavioural challenges, implementing tailored behaviour management strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals to develop and implement behaviour support plans.
• Monitor and assess student behaviour, identifying triggers and implementing proactive interventions.
• Organise and lead workshops or training sessions for students, staff, and parents on behaviour management and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Act as a liaison between the school, parents, and external agencies involved in behaviour support.
• Work closely with the school leadership team to contribute to the development and implementation of school-wide behaviour policies.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Social Work, or a related field (desirable)
• Proven experience as a Behaviour Mentor or in a similar role in an educational setting is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management techniques and positive behaviour support strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Empathy, patience, and a proactive approach to behaviour support.
• Certification in behaviour intervention or related field is a plus.
• A valid DBS on the Update Service OR be willingness to obtain.

Please note - to achieve the higher end of the pay scale you must have recent and relevant experience within a behaviour mentor role.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Contract length: 5 months

Pay: 88.92- 90.00 per day

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person