Behaviour Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a passionate Behaviour Mentor in West Alvington to support secondary students with autism and special educational needs. This full-time role involves providing tailored support and encouraging positive behaviour and development. The successful candidate will work closely with students in a dynamic environment and will benefit from continuous professional development. If you are motivated and dedicated to making a difference, apply now!

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Supportive working environment

Career growth opportunities

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Ability to support students with special educational needs and mental health challenges.
• Strong communication skills and personal motivation.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for students with autism during lessons.
• Help implement behaviour and learning support plans.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social skills development.
• Assist with students' communication and sensory needs.
• Build trusting relationships to foster independence.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH, or behavioural needs

Genuine enthusiasm for student development

Resilience

Patience

Team collaboration

Job description

Behaviour Mentor -

Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive? We are seeking a caring and proactive Behaviour Mentor to join our lively SEN school for secondary-aged students. If you’re dedicated to helping students with autism and other special educational needs reach their full potential, we want to hear from you!

Location: Kingsbridge and surrounding areas
Working Hours: Full-time (8:30am – 3:30pm)
Salary: £400 - £450 per week
Start Date: January 2026

About the School & Role:

Based in Kingsbridge, our Alternative Provision school caters to secondary students with social, emotional, and mental health challenges, including those displaying challenging behaviours. The successful Behaviour mentor will work either 1‑1 or within small groups to support both academic progress and emotional wellbeing, helping students overcome barriers to learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing tailored support for students with autism during lessons and activities
• Helping implement personalised behaviour and learning support plans
• Encouraging positive behaviour and social skills development
• Assisting with communication and sensory needs
• Building trusting relationships to foster independence and confidence

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational or similar setting
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH, or behavioural needs
• Genuine enthusiasm for student development and well‑being
• Resilience, patience, and adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team

What We Offer:

• Continuous professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive, team‑oriented working environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• A meaningful role where you can truly make a difference

If you’re ready to inspire change and help empower young people with unique challenges, apply now!

Join us in shaping a brighter future.

How to Apply:

If you’re a motivated and compassionate Behaviour Mentor eager to work in a rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply via this website,

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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