Learning Mentor

I C Talent Ltd; Kirton CP; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

I C Talent Ltd is seeking a dedicated Behaviour & Inclusion Mentor to join a welcoming secondary school in Lincolnshire from 3rd September 2026. The role is full-time, 8:00am–4:00pm, Monday to Friday, until December 2026 with potential extension, offering a competitive salary dependent on experience.

As a Behaviour & Inclusion Mentor you will deliver targeted 1:1 mentoring, support pupils with behaviour, attendance and wellbeing, and work closely with pastoral, safeguarding and teaching teams to

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with challenging behaviour.
• Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Calm, patient, resilient approach with strong communication.
• Experience in school, alternative provision, youth work or mentoring (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality 1:1 mentoring sessions.
• Support pupils with behaviour, engagement, attendance and emotional wellbeing.
• Monitor, record and report on student progress and interventions.
• Promote positive behaviour and inclusion across the school.

Skills

Behaviour management

De-escalation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Behaviour & Inclusion Mentor

Location: Lincolnshire
Start Date: 3rd September 2026
Contract: Full Time (Monday Friday, 8:00am 4:00pm)
Duration: Until December 2026, with the potential to be extended for the right candidate
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

I C Talent is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming secondary school in Lincolnshire for a dedicated Behaviour & Inclusion Mentor to join their pastoral team from 3rd September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour who is passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and succeed both academically and personally.

The Role

As a Behaviour & Inclusion Mentor, you will provide targeted support to pupils who require additional guidance to engage positively with school life.

Working closely with pastoral, safeguarding and teaching teams, you will deliver tailored 1:1 mentoring, helping students build resilience, improve behaviour, increase attendance and develop the confidence they need to thrive.

This is a highly rewarding role for someone who enjoys building positive relationships and making a genuine difference to the lives of young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality 1:1 mentoring sessions.
• Support pupils with behaviour, engagement, attendance and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive and professional relationships with students, staff and parents where appropriate.
• Develop strategies to help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Monitor, record and report on student progress and interventions.
• Promote positive behaviour and inclusion across the school.
• Work collaboratively with pastoral, safeguarding and teaching teams.
• Contribute to a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with challenging behaviour.
• Demonstrates excellent behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Is calm, patient and resilient, with a positive approach to supporting young people.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can build trusting relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Has experience in a school, alternative provision, youth work, mentoring or similar support role (desirable).

If you're passionate about supporting young people and are ready to start a rewarding new role this September, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV, and a member of the I C Talent team will be in touch to discuss this opportunity in confidence.

Safeguarding Statement

I C Talent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.