Behaviour Support Mentor - Secondary Schools

Aspire People Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible short-term assignments

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing education consultant support

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support students in secondary schools in Manchester. Start date is September 2026, with both short-term and long-term opportunities.

You will aid students inside and outside the classroom, helping them overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, de-escalation of challenging behaviour, and collaboration with teachers and pastoral teams to implement behaviour plans.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people who display challenging behaviour.
• Experience supporting students with challenging behaviour, SEMH, or SEND.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies.
• Encouraging students to engage with learning and remain focused throughout lessons.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support individual behaviour plans.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
• Acting as a positive role model and mentor for young people.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Patience

Resilience

Reliability

Education

UK Bachelor's degree in Psychology/Criminology/Youth Studies/Education

Job description

Aspire People is seeking a Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support students in secondary schools in Manchester. Start date is September 2026, with both short-term and long-term opportunities.

You will aid students inside and outside the classroom, helping them overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, de-escalation of challenging behaviour, and collaboration with teachers and pastoral teams to implement behaviour plans.