SEMH Primary Behaviour Mentor – Impactful Support

Tempest Resourcing Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Free CPD

On-site parking

Good transport links

Job summary

Tempest Resourcing Limited is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a specialist SEN primary school in Reading, Berkshire. Start date is October 2026, with term-time only hours and a full-time contract.

The role focuses on supporting pupils aged 4-11 with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour to regulate emotions and engage with learning. You will work in a therapeutic, child-centred environment with a strong pastoral team, offering regular supervision, CPD, and career progression in SEN

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience supporting primary-aged children with SEN, SEMH, or challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Implement individual behaviour plans and use de-escalation strategies to support pupils in managing their emotions.
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and pastoral staff to adapt learning and promote positive engagement.
• Build trusting, consistent relationships with pupils, acting as a positive role model.
• Support pupils during transitions, unstructured times, and daily routines.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to the wider team and contributing to EHCP reviews where appropriate.
• Promote emotional regulation, resilience, and social inclusion across the school.

Skills

SEN support

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Communication

DBS check

Job description

Tempest Resourcing Limited is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a specialist SEN primary school in Reading, Berkshire. Start date is October 2026, with term-time only hours and a full-time contract.

The role focuses on supporting pupils aged 4-11 with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour to regulate emotions and engage with learning. You will work in a therapeutic, child-centred environment with a strong pastoral team, offering regular supervision, CPD, and career progression in SEN