Behaviour Mentor: Re-engage Students & Build Resilience

Academics Ltd; Painswick; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd are recruiting Behaviour Mentors to support pupils in Gloucestershire's Alternative Provision settings. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support to learners with behavioural and emotional needs, helping them re-engage with education.

Ideal candidates include Teaching Assistants, Youth Workers or graduates in Psychology, with patience and calm communication. The role offers flexible supply with potential long-term or permanent opportunities, starting ASAP.

Qualifications

• Experience as Behaviour Mentor, TA, Learning Support or Youth Worker preferred.
• Graduates in Educational Psychology or Mental Health encouraged.
• Patience, resilience and strong communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support.
• Build positive relationships with students.
• Support emotional regulation and self-esteem.
• Implement behaviour management strategies.
• Help develop social skills and independence.
• Support engagement with lessons and activities.
• De-escalate challenging situations calmly.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff.
• Create a safe, structured learning environment.

Job description

Academics Ltd are recruiting Behaviour Mentors to support pupils in Gloucestershire's Alternative Provision settings. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support to learners with behavioural and emotional needs, helping them re-engage with education.

Ideal candidates include Teaching Assistants, Youth Workers or graduates in Psychology, with patience and calm communication. The role offers flexible supply with potential long-term or permanent opportunities, starting ASAP.