Graduate Behaviour Mentor

Academics Ltd; Devizes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution near Devizes seeks a Graduate Behaviour Mentor to support students aged 11 to 18 with mental health needs. This full-time role involves providing 1:1 and group support, managing behaviour, and fostering a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates are graduates in Psychology or related fields, with an interest in youth work. Competitive daily rate of £85 to £95 is offered.

Benefits

Hands-on experience with challenging behaviour

Networking opportunities with professionals

Skill development for future careers in psychology or criminal justice

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Psychology, Criminology or a related field.
• Experience with children/adults with challenging behaviour is beneficial.
• Any experience in a school setting is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support in the classroom.
• Manage students’ behaviour and develop their social and emotional skills.
• Foster a positive learning environment.

Skills

High resilience

Behaviour management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Psychology, Criminology or related field

Job description

Are you a university graduate interested in mental health and behaviour? An Alternative Provision just outside of Devizes is looking for a Graduate Behaviour Mentor to join its team on a full‑time basis, starting immediately and continuing long‑term.

Overview

You will be supporting students aged 11 to 18 with mental health needs and behaviour changes throughout the school day, helping to support them socially, emotionally and academically. As a Graduate Behaviour Mentor you will provide both 1:1 and group support under the guidance of the class teacher, manage the students’ behaviour, develop appropriate social and emotional skills and foster a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support in the classroom under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Manage students’ behaviour and develop social and emotional skills.
• Foster a positive, encouraging learning environment and serve as a trusted role model.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and psychologists on‑site.

Qualifications

• Recent Psychology, Criminology or related graduate.
• High resilience and readiness for challenging days.
• Experience with children and/or adults with challenging behaviour is beneficial.
• Any experience in a school setting is an advantage.

Benefits

• Gain hands‑on experience working with challenging behaviour and hard‑to‑reach students.
• Network with teachers, therapists and psychologists on‑site.
• Opportunity to develop skills for a future in youth work, psychology or criminal justice.

Salary

£85 to £95 per day.

Apply

Psychology & Criminology Graduates Apply!
Full‑time Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30.
Graduate Behaviour Mentor – Devizes.