Learning & Behaviour Mentor – Bolton

Justteachers Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is hiring a Learning & Behaviour Mentor for a specialist school in the Bolton area on a long-term basis. The role begins in September 2026, with shortlisting currently taking place.

The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group mentoring to support learning and positive behaviour, with strong emphasis on emotional regulation and re-engagement with education. You will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to implement behaviour plans and support pupil progress.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications or experience in mentoring, pastoral or behavioural support.
• Proven experience supporting children or young people with behavioural or additional needs.
• Strong knowledge of behaviour management strategies and relationship-based approaches.
• Two education or school-based references.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group mentoring to support learning and positive behaviour
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, self-esteem and classroom engagement
• Working collaboratively with teaching and pastoral staff to implement behaviour and support plans

Skills

Mentoring

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Relationship-based approaches

Education

Mentoring/Behavioural support qualification

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers are recruiting for a Learning & Behaviour Mentor to join a vibrant specialist school in the Bolton area on a long‑term basis.
The full‑time post is due to start in September 2026, with shortlisting currently taking place.

The school provides a supportive, nurturing and structured environment, working closely with pupils who need additional help managing behaviour, emotions and engagement with learning. The focus is on building positive relationships, emotional regulation and re‑engaging pupils with their education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small‑group mentoring to support learning and positive behaviour
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, self‑esteem and classroom engagement
• Working collaboratively with teaching and pastoral staff to implement behaviour and support plans

Pre-requisites:

• Relevant qualifications or experience in mentoring, pastoral or behavioural support
• Proven experience supporting children or young people with behavioural or additional needs
• Strong knowledge of behaviour management strategies and relationship‑based approaches
• Two education or school‑based references