SEMH Behaviour Mentor

Teaching Personnel; Bristol; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting on behalf of mainstream secondary schools across Central and South Bristol for SEMH Behaviour Mentors and Behaviour Support Assistants.

Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH, ASD/ADHD, and strong behaviour management, with the ability to build trust with students. Roles include 1:1 mentoring, pastoral support and classroom assistance across KS3/KS4, with potential long-term permanent opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Ability to build rapport quickly while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 mentoring and pastoral support.
• Behaviour and emotional regulation interventions.
• Classroom support across KS3 and KS4.
• Working within inclusion hubs and intervention spaces.
• Helping students access learning and achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Resilience

Reliability

Relationship-building

Strong communication

Education

Experience with SEMH/SEND

Job description

SEMH Behaviour Mentor / Behaviour Support Assistant

Central & South Bristol
Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity
Start Date: September 2026

Do you have the resilience, consistency and commitment to support young people who need it most?

I am recruiting on behalf of several mainstream secondary schools across Central and South Bristol for experienced SEMH Behaviour Mentors and Behaviour Support Assistants.

These are not roles for someone looking for an easy day. The students you will support need positive role models who can build trust, maintain clear boundaries, and turn up every day ready to make a difference.

For the right person, however, this can be one of the most rewarding roles within education.

The Role

You will work closely with students who may be experiencing:

• Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Autism and ADHD
• Behavioural challenges
• Emotional dysregulation
• Low attendance or disengagement from education
• Difficult circumstances outside of school

Support may include:

• 1:1 mentoring and pastoral support
• Behaviour and emotional regulation interventions
• Classroom support across KS3 and KS4
• Working within inclusion hubs and intervention spaces
• Helping students access learning and achieve positive outcomes
• Building meaningful relationships based on trust, consistency and respect

What We're Looking For

We are particularly interested in candidates who are:

Reliable and committed

Resilient and emotionally intelligent

Confident working with challenging behaviour

Able to remain calm under pressure

Strong relationship-builders

Professional, punctual and consistent

Passionate about helping young people succeed

Schools are seeking individuals who can commit for the long term and become a trusted and dependable presence for students.

Ideal Backgrounds

• Behaviour Mentor
• SEMH Support Worker
• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Teaching Assistant (TA)
• Youth Worker
• Residential Childcare Worker
• Children's Support Worker
• Family Support Worker
• Sports Coach with behaviour support experience
• Alternative Provision staff
• Youth Justice or Community Support backgrounds

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Ability to build rapport quickly while maintaining professional boundaries
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive and proactive attitude
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Drivers are highly desirable

Many schools are located across Central and South Bristol, and the ability to travel reliably is a significant advantage.

Why Apply?

• Make a genuine impact on vulnerable young people
• Join supportive secondary school teams
• Gain valuable experience in SEMH, behaviour and inclusion
• Access ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant