Pastoral Behaviour Mentor

Simply Education Ltd; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd is seeking a Pastoral Behaviour Mentor in Knutsford. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils develop emotional regulation, communication of feelings, and positive engagement with learning.

This role emphasizes calm, consistent support for pupils with SEMH needs, requiring patience and strong relationship-building with staff and learners. Prior TA, youth work or mentoring experience is welcomed, with a pathway into SEND/SEMH education.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupil wellbeing and behaviour is beneficial.
• Ability to stay calm, consistent and patient with challenging moments.
• Understanding that behaviour communicates needs and emotions.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation and self-awareness.
• Assist with building positive behaviours and attitudes towards learning.
• Support re-engagement with education and attendance through relationship-building.

Skills

Behaviour management

Pastoral support

Job description

Pastoral Behaviour Mentor - Knutsford

Long-Term | Full-Time | Knutsford

Be the person who helps a young person find their confidence, regulate their emotions and move forward.

Do you have the confidence, resilience and patience to support young people when things feel difficult?

As a Pastoral Behaviour Mentor, you'll work with pupils who may have experienced challenges in mainstream education, helping them to understand their emotions, develop emotional regulation, manage behaviour and build the confidence to succeed.

This is a role where your approach really matters.

You’ll become a consistent and trusted adult for young people who may find it difficult to manage their emotions, communicate how they are feeling or respond positively when situations become challenging.

Through strong relationships, clear boundaries, emotional regulation strategies and positive encouragement, you'll help pupils develop the skills they need to manage themselves, engage with education and make positive choices.

About the Role

You'll provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils develop the emotional and behavioural skills they need to succeed both in school and beyond.

You’ll support young people to:

• Develop emotional regulation and self‑awareness
• Recognise and communicate their emotions
• Understand their triggers and identify strategies that help them regulate
• Manage frustration, anxiety and challenging situations
• Develop positive behaviour and attitudes towards learning
• Build confidence, resilience and self‑belief
• Develop positive relationships with staff and peers
• Re‑engage with education
• Make positive choices and take increasing responsibility for their behaviour
• Overcome barriers to learning and recognise their progress

Your Experience Matters

You don't necessarily need previous school experience. We're interested in people who understand that behaviour is communication and who can remain calm, consistent and confident when supporting young people through challenging moments. Your experience could come from:

Your experience could come from:

• Teaching Assistant or SEN roles
• Youth Work
• Residential or Children's Care
• Support Work
• Sports Coaching
• Mentoring
• Pastoral Support
• Community or Outreach Work
• Care Work

We're Looking For Someone Who Can

• Stay calm and confident when situations become challenging
• Support young people with emotional regulation and SEMH needs
• Build trusting and professional relationships
• Set clear, consistent boundaries
• Understand the importance of co-regulation and positive role modelling
• Recognise triggers and respond appropriately
• Encourage young people to develop their own emotional regulation strategies
• Challenge behaviour positively while maintaining strong relationships
• Celebrate progress, however small
• Work confidently as part of a wider pastoral and education team

Why This Role?

Because you won’t simply be managing behaviour. You'll be helping young people understand themselves, regulate their emotions and believe that they can succeed. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, develop your experience within SEND and SEMH education and see the impact of your support first‑hand.

Could You Be The Difference?

If you're a Pastoral Behaviour Mentor, Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant, SEN Practitioner, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, Support Worker or Care Worker and you're ready for a role where your experience and personality can genuinely make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.