Calm Learning Mentor | Behaviour Support & SEL

Protocol Education Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD Thrive training

Flexible opportunities across Bristol

Supportive consultant

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd in Bristol is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to bring consistency, patience and a calm presence to classrooms. You will support pupils who need extra help to feel settled and ready to learn, both one-to-one and in small groups.

The role emphasizes empathy, boundary setting, and collaborative work with teachers and SEN teams to build trust and confidence in every learner.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people, particularly with SEMH needs.
• A calm, patient, and understanding approach.
• Confidence setting boundaries while building strong relationships.
• Someone reliable, proactive, and team-focused.
• A genuine belief that every child can improve and succeed.
• Experience with ADHD, ASD, or trauma-informed approaches is a bonus, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Helping children manage emotions and re-engage with learning.
• Using calm, effective de-escalation strategies.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and recognising every step of progress.

Skills

Empathy

SEMH experience

Boundary setting

Teamwork

Job description

Protocol Education Ltd in Bristol is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to bring consistency, patience and a calm presence to classrooms. You will support pupils who need extra help to feel settled and ready to learn, both one-to-one and in small groups.

The role emphasizes empathy, boundary setting, and collaborative work with teachers and SEN teams to build trust and confidence in every learner.