Behaviour Mentor: Primary & Nursery (SEMH) - Term-Time

Marchant Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to support pupils in a Primary & Nursery setting at Highfields, Leicester. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support to help children manage emotions, develop social skills, and engage more effectively in learning.

The role requires close collaboration with teachers, SENCO, EYFS staff, and parents, with safeguarding and trauma-informed approaches central to practice. A proactive, patient approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working in Primary, Nursery, or EYFS environments.
• Knowledge of SEND, SEMH, ADHD, ASD, and attachment-informed approaches.
• Confidence implementing behaviour interventions and monitoring outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Emotional resilience and reflective practice.
• A proactive, flexible approach to supporting pupils and staff.
• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, psychology, youth work, or mental health are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 behavioural and emotional support to pupils in Nursery, Reception, and KS1.
• Lead small group interventions targeting social skills, emotional literacy, and self-regulation.
• Support children during classroom activities, transitions, and unstructured periods.
• Assist pupils in managing emotions and behaviour during playtimes and lunchtimes.
• Implement and monitor individual behaviour support plans.
• Use restorative, play-based, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Model positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Observe, assess, and record pupil progress and intervention outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, EYFS staff, and pastoral teams.
• Build strong, professional relationships with parents and carers.
• Contribute to planning, review meetings, and multi‑agency support discussions.
• Promote a school culture of inclusion, empathy, and respect.
• Uphold safeguarding and child protection procedures consistently.

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to support pupils in a Primary & Nursery setting at Highfields, Leicester. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support to help children manage emotions, develop social skills, and engage more effectively in learning.

The role requires close collaboration with teachers, SENCO, EYFS staff, and parents, with safeguarding and trauma-informed approaches central to practice. A proactive, patient approach is essential.