Senior Inclusion & Behaviour Support Mentor

Shaftesbury School; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaftesbury School is seeking a calm, resilient Senior Behaviour Learning Support Mentor to join our team. The role focuses on managing an inclusion room and supporting students to stay engaged and productive, particularly when removed from mainstream lessons.

You will work closely with pastoral staff, teaching colleagues and leaders to uphold high expectations, promote positive behaviour, and provide guidance and co-regulation support daily.

Qualifications

• Calm, resilient and highly organised individual.
• Experience supporting students in inclusion settings preferred.
• Strong communication with pastoral teams and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and actively work with students removed from lessons through the school’s behaviour system.
• Contribute to a purposeful environment that supports learning and positive behaviour.
• Act as a positive role model, helping students feel included and able to thrive.
• Liaise with teachers to establish appropriate work and monitor completion.
• Ensure completed work is returned to teaching staff and Heads of Department.
• Build positive relationships with students and provide encouragement and guidance.
• Support students with co-regulation and reflection to improve behaviour choices.
• Undertake administrative duties to support the centralised behaviour system.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Resilient

Organised

Team player

Job description

Shaftesbury School is seeking a calm, resilient Senior Behaviour Learning Support Mentor to join our team. The role focuses on managing an inclusion room and supporting students to stay engaged and productive, particularly when removed from mainstream lessons.

You will work closely with pastoral staff, teaching colleagues and leaders to uphold high expectations, promote positive behaviour, and provide guidance and co-regulation support daily.