Behaviour Support Mentor

TimePlan Education; Stockport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education Group Limited is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Mentor to work in Stockport, delivering 1:1, small-group and classroom support for secondary students with autism, ADHD and SEMH. The role focuses on building positive relationships, emotional regulation and engagement, while following EHCP outcomes and safeguarding procedures.

You will work with teachers and pastoral teams, using de-escalation and trauma-informed approaches to create a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEN, autism or behavioural needs.
• Patience, resilience and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to build rapport and motivate disengaged students.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support to secondary-aged students.
• Support pupils with ASC/Autism, ADHD and SEMH.
• Build positive relationships and encourage engagement.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive choices.
• Use de-escalation and trauma-informed approaches.
• Follow EHCP outcomes and risk assessments.
• Adapt support to communication and learning needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and wider professionals.
• Maintain accurate safeguarding records.

Skills

SEN support

Behaviour management

Communication

Team work

Education

Level 3+ qualification

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).
• Has positive handling or de-escalation training (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.