Behaviour Mentor - Newbury

Academics; Newbury; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a specialist school in Newbury, West Berkshire. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behavior, building positive relationships, and helping students develop emotional regulation and learning routines.

ASAP start with strong leadership support and ongoing professional development. Experience in education, youth work, care, mentoring, or similar settings is highly beneficial, and the

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people who require behavioural support.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Ability to support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students.
• Support pupils to develop emotional regulation and coping strategies.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.
• Encourage engagement with learning and school routines.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff and other professionals.
• Help maintain a calm, structured learning environment.
• Starting ASAP in Newbury.

Skills

Patience

Consistency

Communication

Relationship building

Job description

Behaviour Mentor
Location: Newbury
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Scale: .00 per day

Are you a patient and resilient Behaviour Mentor looking for a rewarding opportunity to support young people with additional behavioural and emotional needs?
Do you have experience working with children or young people who require consistent guidance, encouragement, and positive behaviour support?

A specialist school in Newbury is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join their team as soon as possible. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils who may experience SEMH needs, emotional regulation difficulties, challenging behaviour, and additional learning needs.

This Behaviour Mentor role will involve:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with behavioural and emotional needs
• Building positive and trusting relationships with students
• Supporting pupils to develop emotional regulation and coping strategies
• Using positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
• Encouraging positive engagement with learning and school routines
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and other professionals
• Helping maintain a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment
• ASAP start in a well-connected Newbury location

The ideal Behaviour Mentor will be patient, consistent, and confident when supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour. Experience in education, youth work, care, mentoring, or a similar setting would be highly beneficial.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Behaviour Mentor looking to develop their experience within a specialist educational environment. The school offers ongoing training, strong leadership support, and opportunities for professional development.

Behaviour Mentor - Newbury - West Berkshire - ASAP Start - SEMH - SEN

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.