Graduate Learning And Behaviour Mentor

Teaching Personnel; Manchester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

CPD courses and training

Career guidance

Long-term progression opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a Graduate Learning & Behaviour Mentor in Manchester to support pupils with SEMH needs in a specialist school. You will work with students individually and in small groups to boost engagement and learning outcomes.

The role is full-time from September, with training and ongoing support. A degree in a relevant field is desirable, and there are clear progression paths into teaching, psychology, or youth support.

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology, or a related subject is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A patient, adaptable and compassionate approach.
• Ability to stay calm and professional in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted one-to-one and small group support for students with SEMH needs.
• Establish positive relationships that promote trust and emotional wellbeing.
• Help pupils develop coping strategies and emotional regulation skills.
• Encourage positive behaviour through guidance and reinforcement.
• Assist teaching staff with personalised learning activities and interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral teams to meet individual student needs.
• Promote independence, resilience, confidence, and social development.

Education

Degree in Psychology/Education/Criminology/Sociology or related subject

Job description

Graduate Learning & Behaviour Mentor

Location: Manchester

Agency: Teaching Personnel

Start Date: September

Contract: Full-Time

Are you a recent graduate eager to gain practical experience in education, psychology, or youth support? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting a Graduate Learning & Behaviour Mentor to work within a specialist school in Manchester, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This setting provides tailored support for children and young people facing challenges such as anxiety, trauma, attachment difficulties, emotional regulation needs, low confidence, and behavioural barriers to learning.

About the Position

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop valuable experience while making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. You will support students on an individual and small-group basis, helping them overcome obstacles, engage positively with education, and achieve their potential.

Main Duties

• Deliver targeted one-to-one and small group support for students with SEMH needs.
• Establish positive and professional relationships that promote trust and emotional wellbeing.
• Support pupils in developing appropriate coping strategies and emotional regulation skills.
• Encourage positive behaviour through consistent guidance and reinforcement techniques.
• Assist teaching staff in delivering personalised learning activities and interventions.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams, and other support staff to meet individual student needs.
• Promote independence, resilience, confidence, and social development.

Candidate Requirements

• A degree in Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology, or a related subject is desirable.
• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A patient, adaptable, and compassionate approach.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Previous experience working with young people, either professionally or voluntarily, is advantageous but not required.

Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• Excellent experience for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, counselling, social work, or youth justice.
• Access to free and discounted CPD courses and training programmes.
• Ongoing support and career guidance from a dedicated consultant.
• Opportunities to progress into long-term and permanent education roles.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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