Behaviour Support Mentor

TimePlan Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Mentor to work on a Stockport site with secondary pupils requiring additional support. You will provide 1:1, small-group and classroom assistance, helping learners access the curriculum and manage behaviours.

Experience with autism/ASC, ADHD or SEMH is desirable. The role offers a supportive team, ongoing SEND training and real opportunities for career development in specialist education.

Qualifications

• Has experience supporting young people with SEN, autism, ADHD or behavioural needs.
• Calm, resilient and compassionate approach to pupils with additional needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support to secondary-aged students.
• Support pupils with ASC / Autism, ADHD, SEMH and challenging behaviour.
• Build positive relationships and encourage engagement.
• Promote emotional regulation, independence and positive choices.
• Use de-escalation, restorative and trauma-informed approaches.
• Follow EHCP outcomes, behaviour plans and risk assessments.
• Adapt support to pupils' communication, sensory and learning needs.
• Work with teachers, pastoral teams and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate behaviour, intervention and safeguarding records.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism/ASC experience

Patience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3+ qualification in education/psychology/childcare/youth work

Job description

Behaviour Support Mentor

Location: Stockport

Salary: £98 - £110

Job Type: Full-Time

Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:15-16:00

Start Date: Immediate

Make a real difference. Build positive futures.

Are you a Behaviour Support Mentor, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Behaviour Support Assistant with experience supporting secondary-aged students with autism, ADHD and challenging behaviour?

A growing specialist education group and alternative provision in Stockport, are seeking a calm, resilient and compassionate Behaviour Support Mentor to support young people with additional needs and barriers to learning.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong commitment to improving outcomes, developing staff and providing opportunities to build a long-term career in specialist education.

What you'll be doing

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support to secondary-aged students.
• Support pupils with ASC / Autism, ADHD, SEMH and challenging behaviour.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and encourage engagement.
• Promote emotional regulation, independence and positive choices.
• Use de-escalation, restorative and trauma-informed approaches.
• Follow EHCP outcomes, behaviour plans and individual risk assessments.
• Adapt support to pupils' communication, sensory and learning needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams and wider professionals.
• Maintain accurate behaviour, intervention and safeguarding records.

We're looking for someone who

• Has experience supporting young people with SEN, autism, ADHD or behavioural needs.
• Is patient, resilient, consistent and confident under pressure.
• Understands behaviour as a form of communication.
• Can build rapport and motivate students who may be disengaged from education.
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Holds a Level 3+ qualification in education, psychology, childcare, youth work or a related field (desirable).
• Has specialist or alternative provision experience (desirable).

  Why join?

  • Join a growing national specialist education group.
  • Supportive leadership and a cohesive team culture.
  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing SEND training.
  • Development in autism, ADHD and behaviour support.
  • Genuine opportunities for career progression.
  • Make a meaningful difference every day.

  TimePlan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two professional references.