Behaviour Mentor. Job in Sheldon Education & Training Jobs

Progress Teachers Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Behaviour Mentor for a Mainstream Secondary School in Birmingham. The role involves providing high-quality pastoral care and behavior support to improve student attendance and promote positive behavior. Ideal candidates will have experience with young people and strong communication skills. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Benefits

Canteen

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Free or subsidised travel

Free parking

On-site parking

Referral programme

Transport links

Qualifications

• Experience with children, especially those with behavioral challenges.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Commitment to promoting student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective pastoral care to support students' emotional well-being.
• Implement strategies to manage and improve student behavior.
• Monitor and support improvements in student attendance.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Strong communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Education

Special education

Safeguarding Certification

Paediatric First Aid Certification

Tools

Enhanced DBS Certificate

Job description

Overview

Progress Teachers, a leading education recruitment agency, is excited to recruit a passionate and dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a Mainstream Secondary School. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual committed to making a positive impact on students lives by providing high-quality pastoral care and behaviour support.

About the Role

We are seeking a Behaviour Mentor to support the personal development, behaviour, and welfare of students. The successful candidate will work closely with a specific year group, providing tailored support to help students overcome barriers to learning, improve attendance and punctuality, and promote positive behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Pastoral Support: Provide effective pastoral care, supporting students emotional well-being and promoting a positive school environment.
• Behaviour Management: Implement strategies to manage and improve student behaviour, including monitoring high-risk students and liaising with parents and staff.
• Attendance and Punctuality: Monitor and support improvements in student attendance, producing reports and communicating with families to encourage positive habits.
• Student Progress: Assist in identifying underperformance and work collaboratively with the leadership team to plan interventions that support student progress.
• Community Engagement: Foster strong relationships with students, parents, and external agencies, contributing to a cohesive school community.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Promote student leadership opportunities and encourage student voice within the year group.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with young people, particularly those with behavioural challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to promoting student welfare.

Qualifications

• Special education
• Experience with children
• Youth work
• Safeguarding Certification
• Paediatric First Aid Certification
• Enhanced DBS Certificate

Benefits

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Transport links

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: Day shift