Behaviour Support Mentor

Leventhorpe; East Hertfordshire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Leventhorpe seeks a compassionate Behaviour Support Mentor to help students with social, emotional and behavioural needs. You will work with staff and external professionals to implement personalised strategies in a nurturing school culture.

Role involves leading restorative practices, supporting punctuality, and maintaining records. GCSEs in Maths/English and a strong sense of inclusion are essential; term-time plus 3 days applies.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting students with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Ability to model calm, empathetic responses and promote inclusion.
• Understanding of relational practice and effective behaviour management in schools.
• Willingness to engage with staff, parents and external professionals.
• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group behaviour support.
• Lead restorative interventions to resolve conflicts.
• Plan and deliver relational practice plans for identified students.
• Support the Inclusion room and ensure timely arrival to lessons.
• Maintain records of meetings and communication with parents/carers.

Skills

Empathy

Behaviour support

Restorative interventions

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Job description

Salary: HCC H6 Scale 14-19* actual salary £25,775 - £27,922 per annum including outer fringe allowance, based on 37 hours per week, term time only plus 3 days

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday with an 8.00am start, term time only plus 3 days

Start date: As soon as possible

*Full-time equivalent salary = H6 Scale 14-19 £30,269 - £32,790 (including outer fringe allowance of £729 pa)

We are seeking a compassionate and resilient Behaviour Support Mentor to join our team and play a vital role in supporting students with social, emotional, and behavioural needs. This role is grounded in the principles of relational practice, focusing on promoting inclusion, emotional regulation and positive behaviour through a reflective and consistent approach.

You will work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external professionals to help implement personalised strategies that reduce barriers to learning. By modelling calm, empathetic responses and helping students understand their behaviour, you will contribute to a nurturing and supportive school culture where all students can thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to contribute towards the development of the school’s behaviour interventions provision. The successful candidate will possess a high level of initiative and the skills and confidence to deal with challenging situations.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Providing students with behaviour support on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• To lead on restorative interventions, which aim to support students positively and sensitively resolve conflict
• To plan and deliver relational practice plans to identified students
• To contribute to the effective running of the Inclusion room
• To support students being on time to lessons throughout the school day
• To have a high-profile during lessons and unstructured times (break and lunch), ensuring good punctuality and helping to promote a calm and productive learning environment
• Supporting detentions and assisting call outs where needed
• To communicate with parents/carers regarding student behaviour and establish positive relationships
• Keeping accurate records of meetings and phone calls with parents/carers
• Attending and participating in relevant meetings as required

The successful candidate will:

• Possess GCSE or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English at 4-9 (A*-C)
• Have knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of students
• Have a strong understanding of effective behaviour management in the educational setting
• Have an interest in how children learn and behave
• Possess the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with students
• Have the ability to listen and understand but not tolerate poor behaviour
• Be a strong presence around the school and be a role model to our students
• Really care about children, particularly those who find learning and managing their behaviour difficult
• Promote self-esteem and confidence and help students to become emotionally healthy
• Communicate effectively and appropriately to students with different abilities and backgrounds
• Work effectively with the staff team and wider school community
• Be computer literate
• Attend training courses considered appropriate for the post

In return, Leventhorpe can provide:

• Excellent facilities: To accommodate our expanding roll, Leventhorpe has completed an extensive multi-million-pound capital build programme, including a new Science and Sixth Form block and a state-of-the-art Performing Arts and English block. Previous investment has included a sports complex, which features a sports hall, fitness suite, dance studio, 3G all-weather pitch and floodlit tennis courts
• A positive working environment in a heavily oversubscribed school with an excellent academic record and high standards. We place strong emphasis on student learning and achievement
• Exceptionally dedicated colleagues and enthusiastic students
• Priority admission for children of staff after a qualifying period

Closing date for applications is 12.00 noon Monday 21st September 2026.

Leventhorpe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). For further guidance please refer to the Policies and Documents section of our MyNewTerm profile. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.