Behaviour Support Mentor

Prospero Teaching; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Safeguarding

Behaviour support

SEN modules

Weekly pay

Flexible pay types

Somerset-based consultant support

Temporary-to-permanent opportunities

Job summary

Prospero Teaching in Bridgwater is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Mentor to join a mainstream primary school. The role involves 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN and challenging behaviour, helping stay regulated and ready to learn, and implementing personalised strategies.

You will work closely with teachers and external professionals in a safe, inclusive environment, with term-time hours 08:30–15:30.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with behavioural needs, SEN, SEMH, or similar.
• Calm, nurturing and patient approach.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to build rapport quickly and maintain boundaries.
• Genuine passion for helping children thrive.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS (or willingness to apply).
• Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 support for a primary-aged pupil with SEN and behavioural needs
• Helping the pupil stay regulated, engaged, and ready to learn
• Implementing behaviour plans and personalised strategies
• Supporting emotional development through positive, trauma-informed approaches
• Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Creating a safe, supportive environment that promotes inclusion and progress

Skills

Behaviour management

SEN support

Trauma-informed approaches

Rapport building

Boundaries management

Education

Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce)

Job description

Behaviour Support Mentor - Primary School (Bridgwater)

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30 (Term Time Only)

Pay: £14.96 - £16.59 per hour (dependent on experience & pay type)

Prospero Teaching are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Mentor to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Bridgwater. This is a rewarding, full‑time role supporting a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN) who presents challenging behaviour.

We are seeking someone patient, resilient, and confident in building strong, trusting relationships with children who require additional emotional and behavioural support.

The Role

• 1:1 support for a primary‑aged pupil with SEN and behavioural needs
• Helping the pupil stay regulated, engaged, and ready to learn
• Implementing behaviour plans and personalised strategies
• Supporting emotional development through positive, trauma‑informed approaches
• Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Creating a safe, supportive environment that promotes inclusion and progress

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience supporting children with behavioural needs, SEN, SEMH, or similar
• A calm, nurturing, and patient approach
• Strong behaviour management and de‑escalation skills
• The ability to build rapport quickly and maintain consistent boundaries
• A genuine passion for helping children thrive
• An enhanced Child Workforce DBS (or willingness to apply)
• Right to Work in the UK

Why Join Prospero Teaching?

• Competitive hourly pay
• FREE, accredited training including safeguarding, behaviour support & SEN modules
• Dedicated Somerset‑based consultant support
• Temporary‑to‑permanent opportunities
• Weekly pay and flexible pay types (PAYE or Umbrella)

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If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.