Behaviour Mentor - Year 5 Pupil

Dunbar Education; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to provide essential support for a Year 5 pupil. This rewarding role involves working closely with teachers and parents to implement strategies that promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour. The ideal candidate will be patient, empathetic, and capable of building strong relationships quickly. Join a supportive team in a welcoming primary school environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on a child's educational journey. If you're passionate about helping children thrive, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and professional development

Referral bonus up to £250

Supportive leadership team

Inclusive ethos focused on pupil wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a school setting.
• Ability to build trusting relationships quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil with behavioural needs.
• Work with teachers and parents to monitor progress.

Skills

Empathy

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Emotional Regulation

Education

Experience with SEMH needs

Background in Education

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - Year 5 Pupil
Primary School in Oxford
Full-time | Term-time only
Start: ASAP or September 2025
£90-£110 per day (depending on experience)

Are you a patient, empathetic and resilient individual with a passion for supporting children to thrive?

Dunbar Education is working in partnership with a warm and welcoming primary school in Oxford, who are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to provide 1:1 support for a child in Year 5. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the life of a pupil who needs consistent, calm, and confident support to fully engage with school life.

The Role:

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil with behavioural and emotional needs

• Work collaboratively with class teachers, the SENCo, and parents to implement strategies and monitor progress

• Promote emotional regulation, self-esteem, and positive behaviour

• Be a reliable, proactive, and compassionate adult role model

• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment

About You:

• Experience working with children with SEMH needs, ideally within a school setting

• Confident managing behaviour in a supportive and non-confrontational way

• Able to build strong, trusting relationships quickly

• Calm under pressure, consistent, and nurturing

• Team player with excellent communication skills

Why Join This School?

• Supportive and experienced leadership team

• Inclusive ethos with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing

• Opportunities for training and professional development

• A genuine chance to make a difference to a child's educational journey

If you're passionate about helping children succeed and are looking for a new challenge in a friendly and forward-thinking primary school, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please contact:
Ricky Rose - Recruitment Consultant

07365736645
www.dunbareducation.com

We are a premier education recruitment agency dedicated to serving primary schools across the UK. We specialize in connecting passionate and qualified educators with schools in need of their expertise. Our mission is to support primary education by ensuring that every classroom is staffed with capable and inspiring teachers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and effective learning environment.

If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to £250!

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.