Behaviour & Wellbeing Mentor – Secondary

Flourish Education; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily rate £92.59–£100

Holiday pay 12.07%

Pension contributions

Safeguarding training

Refer a friend bonus

Consultant support

Job summary

Flourish Education is recruiting a Behaviour Mentor for a secondary school in Kidderminster. You will provide tailored support to students needing guidance with behaviour, emotional wellbeing and social development, working with teachers and the pastoral team to ensure consistent support throughout the day.

The role involves delivering individual mentoring and small-group interventions, developing behaviour plans, and helping students regain engagement after absences.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in a secondary school or similar setting.
• GCSEs: minimum of four.
• Understanding of behavioural needs and SEMH.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Calm, patient and approachable when handling challenging behaviour.
• DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual mentoring sessions and small-group interventions to support students with behavioural and emotional needs.
• Help students recognise triggers, understand their reactions and develop appropriate ways to manage difficult emotions.
• Create and review personalised behaviour support plans and risk assessments to meet individual student requirements.
• Keep accurate records of student behaviour, engagement and progress, identifying areas where further support may be needed.
• Work alongside teachers, pastoral staff, parents and external professionals to ensure a joined-up approach to student support.
• Use positive reinforcement, restorative conversations and reflective activities to encourage improved behaviour.
• Organise and lead activities that develop teamwork, communication, confidence and social skills.
• Provide additional support to students who are finding classroom situations or social interactions difficult.
• Help students return to lessons and settle back into school following periods of absence or exclusion.
• Encourage independence, emotional resilience and positive relationships across the school.

Skills

Experience with students

Pastoral experience

Communication skills

Calm and patient

Emotional regulation support

Independent & collaborative

DBS check

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Job description

Flourish Education is recruiting a Behaviour Mentor for a secondary school in Kidderminster. You will provide tailored support to students needing guidance with behaviour, emotional wellbeing and social development, working with teachers and the pastoral team to ensure consistent support throughout the day.

The role involves delivering individual mentoring and small-group interventions, developing behaviour plans, and helping students regain engagement after absences.