Graduate Behaviour Mentor

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

Job summary

A local educational organization near Newbury is seeking a Graduate Behaviour Mentor to support students aged 11 to 18 with mental health needs and behaviour challenges. The role involves providing one-on-one and group support, fostering a positive learning environment, and assisting students in developing independent living skills. Ideal candidates will be resilient graduates with an interest in psychology or criminology. This full-time position offers a salary of £85 to £95 per day.

Qualifications

• Graduate with an interest in psychology, criminology, or related fields.
• High level of resilience and readiness for a challenging role.
• Experience working with children and/or adults with challenging behaviour is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support in the classroom under guidance.
• Help manage students' behaviour and develop emotional skills.
• Foster a positive learning environment and act as a role model.

Skills

Behaviour management

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Degree in psychology, criminology, or related fields

Job description

Overview

Are you a university graduate interested in mental health and behaviour? Are you interested in positive reinforcement and helping to inspire young people with challenging behaviour? Are you considering a future in youth work or psychology?

An Alternative Provision just outside of Newbury is looking for a Graduate Behaviour Mentor to join their team on a full-time basis, starting immediately and continuing until July 2026. As a Graduate Behaviour Mentor, 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support in the classroom under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Help manage students\' behaviour and develop appropriate social and emotional skills.
• Foster a positive and encouraging learning environment and act as a positive role model for students.
• Support students to thrive post-education and work towards independent-living skills after leaving school.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Graduate with an interest in psychology, criminology, or related fields (preferred).
• High level of resilience and readiness for a challenging role.
• Experience working with children and/or adults with challenging behaviour is beneficial; experience in a school setting is advantageous.
• Interest in gaining experience with students who have mental health needs and behavioural changes.

Role Details

• Position: Graduate Behaviour Mentor
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30
• Location: Newbury area
• Salary: £85 to £95 per day

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Application

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