Behaviour Mentor - SEMH

Long Term Futures Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 1,183,000 - 1,230,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures are recruiting a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join a supportive primary school in Rugby from September 2026. This full-time role involves delivering 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs, behavioural difficulties, and additional learning needs, alongside the SENCO and pastoral team.

You will build positive relationships, support emotional regulation, and implement personalised behaviour plans within a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with challenging behaviour within a primary, specialist, or alternative provision setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD or additional learning needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group behaviour support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships to improve confidence, attendance, and engagement with learning.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Implement personalised behaviour plans with teachers, the SENCO, and pastoral staff.
• Support pupils both within the classroom and during unstructured parts of the school day.
• Encourage positive social interactions, resilience, and independence.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to behaviour reviews and intervention planning.
• Promote a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour support

Communication skills

Relationship building

Calm and patient

Team collaboration

Job description

Behaviour Mentor

Location: Rugby, CV21
Contract: Long-term/Permanent
Weekly Pay: 500- 520
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (Term Time Only)

The Opportunity

Long Term Futures are looking to appoint a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join a supportive primary school in the Rugby area from September 2026.

This is a full-time opportunity working with pupils who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural difficulties, and additional learning needs. Working alongside the SENCO, class teachers, and pastoral team, you will deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils build positive relationships, develop emotional regulation skills, and access learning successfully.

The school is recognised for its inclusive approach and commitment to placing children's wellbeing at the heart of everything it does. With a well-established SEND team, Thrive practitioners, Forest School provision, and a strong pastoral culture, this is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly supportive setting where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group behaviour support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships to improve confidence, attendance, and engagement with learning
• Support pupils with emotional regulation using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Implement personalised behaviour plans alongside teachers, the SENCO, and pastoral staff
• Support pupils both within the classroom and during unstructured parts of the school day
• Encourage positive social interactions, resilience, and independence
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to behaviour reviews and intervention planning
• Promote a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children with challenging behaviour within a primary, specialist, or alternative provision setting
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism (ASD), or additional learning needs
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach to supporting vulnerable pupils
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Team Teach or equivalent behaviour management training is desirable
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing
• All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered

Why Long Term Futures?

• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout the recruitment process
• Access to free CPD, including SEMH, Behaviour Management, Team Teach awareness, and Safeguarding training
• Long-term/permanent opportunities within supportive primary schools
• A personalised approach focused on finding the right school for your skills and career aspirations

Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.