Youth Mentor - PRU. Job in Blackburn Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational recruitment agency is looking for a Youth Mentor to work in a Pupil Referral Unit in Blackburn. The ideal candidate will support students with challenging behaviours on a 1:1 basis and assist teachers in managing classroom dynamics. A strong understanding of behaviour management is required, and experience working in similar environments is preferred. The role is full-time, with a commitment to safeguarding and student welfare being essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with challenging behaviour is advantageous.
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach in challenging situations.
• Confidence in setting boundaries and following behaviour management plans.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Assist in managing challenging and high-risk behaviours.
• Build professional relationships with pupils struggling with trust.

Skills

Behaviour management

Positive behaviour support

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Youth Mentor

Role Overview

Position: Youth Mentor (PRU / Behaviour Support)

Location: Blackburn

Contract Type: Full Time

Rate of Pay: .00 per day

Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30

About the School

Are you a calm, resilient, and confident Teaching Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting young people with highly challenging behaviour?

We are working with a specialist Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Blackburn that supports students who have been excluded or are unable to access mainstream education due to behavioural, emotional, or social needs. The school provides structured routines, clear boundaries, and high levels of pastoral support to help pupils re-engage with learning and develop positive behaviours.

Experience within a PRU or behaviour-focused setting is desirable but not essential; however, a strong understanding of behaviour management, de-escalation techniques, and SEN/SEMH needs is required.

As a Youth Mentor, you will:

• Support students on a 1:1 and small-group basis, helping them to engage with learning and regulate emotions.
• Assist in managing challenging and sometimes high-risk behaviours, using positive behaviour support strategies.
• Build strong, professional relationships with pupils who may struggle with trust, authority, or boundaries.
• Support teachers in delivering structured lessons in a highly controlled classroom environment.
• Work closely with pastoral staff, SEN professionals, and external agencies to support each pupil's progress.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with challenging behaviour, SEMH, SEN, or in a PRU/youth setting is advantageous.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach with the ability to remain composed in challenging situations.
• Confidence in setting boundaries and following behaviour management plans consistently.
• Flexibility, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional, child-related references covering the last two years

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding and vetting checks. All adults working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding their welfare.

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