SEN Behaviour Support Mentor (KS3–KS4) – Bedford

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Husborne Crawley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Dedicated local consultant

CPD Academy access

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a resilient Behaviour Support Worker to join a SEN specialist provision in Bedford. You will support students aged 11-16 (KS3 & KS4) with social, emotional and academic needs, helping them reintegrate or build essential life skills.

Join a team that mentors learners, plans inclusive activities, and tracks progress while liaising with parents and external agencies. DBS checks and a right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young adults with SEND, SEMH, or significant behavioural challenges.
• Team Teach training is preferred, with encouragement to apply if not yet trained.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• Full right to work in the UK and a minimum of 3 months UK residency.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 or in small groups to support positive academic engagement and emotional growth.
• Assist staff in designing inclusive activities and individual support plans (ISPs).
• Apply positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies to manage behaviours.
• Monitor and record student milestones and progress.
• Act as liaison between school, parents and external agencies to support welfare.

Skills

SEND/SEMH

Team Teach

Communication

DBS

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking a resilient Behaviour Support Worker to join a SEN specialist provision in Bedford. You will support students aged 11-16 (KS3 & KS4) with social, emotional and academic needs, helping them reintegrate or build essential life skills.

Join a team that mentors learners, plans inclusive activities, and tracks progress while liaising with parents and external agencies. DBS checks and a right to work in the UK are required.