Behaviour Mentor - Primary School & SEMH Support

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

Varied school placements

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting confident Behaviour Mentors to support pupils with behavioural or SEMH needs across Manchester and surrounding areas. You will work with teachers and pastoral staff to provide guidance, help emotional regulation, and encourage positive engagement in school routines.

Ideal candidates have recent UK school experience, a calm and consistent approach, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Recent UK-based school experience supporting pupils with behavioural, SEMH or SEND needs within the last two years.
• Calm, confident and consistent approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Committed to safeguarding and helping pupils achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with behavioural or emotional difficulties.
• Building positive relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
• Help pupils recognise triggers and develop strategies to manage their emotions.
• Support agreed behaviour plans and positive reinforcement approaches.
• Encourage pupils to engage with classroom learning and routines.
• Support transitions, breaktimes and situations requiring guidance.
• Help children develop communication, conflict-resolution and social skills.
• Use de-escalation strategies in line with school policies and training.
• Record observations and share feedback with staff.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote a safe, inclusive environment.

Skills

UK school experience

Behaviour SEMH knowledge

Relationship-building

Emotional regulation

Communication skills

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - Primary School & SEMH Support

Manchester & Surrounding Areas Full-Time & Long-Term Opportunities Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting confident, patient and resilient Behaviour Mentors to support pupils across primary schools in Manchester and the surrounding areas.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who understands the challenges some children face when managing emotions, responding to boundaries and engaging with learning. You will help pupils develop positive behaviour, build trusting relationships and overcome barriers that may affect their experience of school.

Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff, you will provide consistent guidance and encouragement to help pupils develop emotional regulation, improve their engagement and make positive choices throughout the school day.

The Role:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils experiencing behavioural or emotional difficulties
• Building positive relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries
• Helping pupils recognise triggers and develop strategies to manage their emotions
• Supporting agreed behaviour plans and positive reinforcement approaches
• Encouraging pupils to engage with classroom learning and school routines
• Supporting transitions, breaktimes and situations where pupils may need additional guidance
• Helping children develop communication, conflict-resolution and social skills
• Using appropriate de-escalation strategies in line with school policies and training
• Recording relevant observations and sharing feedback with teaching and pastoral staff
• Following safeguarding procedures and promoting a safe, inclusive environment

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has recent UK-based school experience supporting pupils with behavioural, SEMH or SEND needs within the last two years
• Has a calm, confident and consistent approach
• Can build rapport with pupils while maintaining professional boundaries
• Is resilient and able to respond constructively to challenging situations
• Understands positive behaviour support and the importance of emotional regulation
• Has strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Is committed to safeguarding and helping pupils achieve positive outcomes

Experience as a Behaviour Mentor, SEMH Teaching Assistant, Pastoral Support Assistant or within a specialist provision would be particularly beneficial.

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Opportunities across a range of primary school settings
• Daily supply, short-term and long-term placements
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities to develop experience in behaviour support and inclusive education

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.