Graduate Behaviour Mentor - Alternative Provision

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Stafford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term contract

Two vacancies

Job summary

KPI Education is recruiting two Graduate Behaviour Mentors to join an established Alternative Provision setting in Stafford, working in partnership with the Dragon Group. This is an exciting opportunity for graduates who want to make a real difference to young people with SEMH needs.

As a Graduate Behaviour Mentor you will provide 1:1 and small-group mentoring, support emotional regulation, and help deliver engaging learning activities while collaborating with teachers and SEN staff.

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology, Criminology, Education, Sport, Sociology or a related discipline (other degrees welcomed).
• Strong communication skills, emotional intelligence and resilience are essential.
• Interest in alternative education, inclusion and supporting vulnerable young people is important.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group mentoring to pupils needing behavioural and emotional support.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have disengaged from mainstream education.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, confidence, resilience and positive behaviour.
• Help deliver engaging educational activities and personalised learning programmes.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN specialists and pastoral teams.

Skills

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Resilience

Education

Psychology

Criminology

Education

Sociology

Job description

Location: Stafford, Staffordshire

Salary: £24,000 – £26,000 per annum (or equivalent weekly rate)

Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term

Start Date: ASAP / November 2026

Vacancies: 2 Positions Available

Recruitment Agency: KPI Education

Are you a passionate graduate looking to make a genuine difference to young people who need it most?

KPI Education is recruiting

two enthusiastic and resilient Graduate Behaviour Mentors to join an established Alternative Provision setting in Stafford, working in partnership with the Dragon Group.

This is an exciting opportunity for graduates who are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people, particularly those who have experienced challenges within mainstream education.

If you're considering a future career in

Teaching, Educational Psychology, Youth Work, Social Work or SEN, this could be the perfect opportunity to gain invaluable experience.

The Role – Graduate Behaviour Mentor

As a Graduate Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with young people who may present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges, trauma or additional learning needs.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group mentoring to pupils requiring additional behavioural and emotional support.


• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people who may have disengaged from mainstream education.


• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, confidence, resilience and positive behaviour.


• Helping deliver engaging educational activities and personalised learning programmes.


• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEN specialists and pastoral teams.


• Encouraging positive attitudes towards education and helping pupils achieve their individual goals.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are particularly interested in graduates who demonstrate:

• A degree in Psychology, Criminology, Education, Sport, Sociology or a related discipline (other degrees welcomed).


• A genuine passion for alternative education, inclusion and supporting vulnerable young people.


• Strong communication skills, emotional intelligence and resilience.


• The confidence to manage challenging behaviour calmly and professionally.


• Previous experience working with children or young people through coaching, mentoring, youth work or SEN support (desirable).

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be highly advantageous.

Most importantly, we want individuals who genuinely care about making a difference and are prepared to go the extra mile for young people.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £24,000–£26,000 or equivalent weekly pay.


• Full-time, long-term opportunity within a specialist Alternative Provision setting.


• Valuable experience supporting pupils with SEMH and additional needs.


• Opportunity to develop practical behaviour management and mentoring skills.


• Excellent foundation for future careers in teaching, psychology, SEN or youth work.


• A rewarding opportunity to positively influence the lives of young people.

If you're a motivated graduate who believes every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed, we want to hear from you.

KPI Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.