Behaviour Mentor: Support Emotional Growth (5-16)

Academics; Oxford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist school environment

Hands-on SEMH experience

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

Academics is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor in Oxfordshire to support children ages 5-16 with SEMH, Autism and emotional regulation needs. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group mentoring, developing strategies to improve emotions and behaviour in a school setting.

The role emphasizes building strong relationships with pupils, teachers and pastoral staff, adopting a child-centred approach and supporting learning re-engagement after challenging periods.

Qualifications

• Patient, compassionate and emotionally resilient.
• Strong communicator who can build relationships with children, teachers and support teams.
• Observant and able to recognise changes in children's behaviour and emotional presentation.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group mentoring to children with behavioural, emotional and social needs.
• Building positive, trusting relationships and acting as a consistent role model.
• Helping children recognise and communicate their emotions in an appropriate way.
• Supporting children to develop emotional regulation and coping strategies.
• Encouraging positive choices and helping children understand the impact of their actions.
• Working with teachers and SEN professionals to provide consistent support.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Strong communicator

Relationship building

Emotional resilience

Team collaboration

Job description

Academics is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor in Oxfordshire to support children ages 5-16 with SEMH, Autism and emotional regulation needs. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group mentoring, developing strategies to improve emotions and behaviour in a school setting.

The role emphasizes building strong relationships with pupils, teachers and pastoral staff, adopting a child-centred approach and supporting learning re-engagement after challenging periods.