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Behaviour Mentor

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Posted 3 days ago, valid for 11 hours
Location

Dorking, Surrey RH4 3JH, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Behaviour Mentor focusing on mental health and trauma in Dorking, working with students aged 9-16 who have various learning and behavioral challenges.
  • The role involves providing support during the school day, working one-on-one with students, and helping them manage their behavior and develop social skills.
  • Candidates are required to have an undergraduate degree, preferably in Psychology or Criminology, along with prior experience as a learning support assistant or mentor.
  • The daily salary ranges from £100 to £125 for a full-time position, with hours from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, starting in April 2025 or sooner if available.
  • Applicants should possess good interpersonal skills, a proactive problem-solving approach, and a caring attitude towards students.

Behaviour Mentor - Mental Health - Trauma - Education and Training - Dorking

Would you like to work with young people who need support with their social, emotional mental health? Are you looking for some progression from a learning support role? If so, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

The School: Behaviour Mentor - Mental Health - Trauma - Education and Training - Dorking

The school is based in Dorking and provides support for children aged 9-16 years who have a range of learning and behavioural needs due to social, emotional and mental health challenges. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details their specific needs in terms of the care and support they will have access to. The school provides a safe learning environment for children who suffer with high levels of anxiety which can result in a lack of focus and challenging behaviour.

What is involved: Behaviour Mentor - Education and Training - Dorking

  • Providing assistance and supervision for children's behaviour during the school day and supporting their learning and participation in class
  • Working 1-1 with students to help them learn ways of managing and controlling their own behaviours
  • Recognising behaviour triggers and helping to de-escalate challenging situations
  • Working with a class, a small group or individual learners, both inside and outside of the classroom
  • Encouraging the development of social skills and supporting students' individual needs
  • Participating in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a team
  • Supporting regulations pertaining to safeguarding

What is required: Behaviour Mentor - Learning Mentor - Mental Health - Trauma - Dorking

  • An Undergraduate Degree, ideally in a relevant subject such as Psychology or Criminology
  • Prior experience as a learning support assistant/mentor in a school setting, ideally for challenging students
  • Knowledge and/or a keen interest and understanding of the range of different types of learning and behavioural needs
  • Good general education levels in English and Maths - A Levels are preferable
  • A co-operative working style and a proactive approach to solving problems
  • Good interpersonal and communication skill and a caring attitude

Summary:

  • Behaviour Mentor - Learning Mentor - Mental Health - Trauma
  • £100 to £125 daily rate (5-day week - 8.30am to 4.00pm)
  • April 25 start, or sooner for those that are available.
  • Apply via this advert or call Ben Mason on for more details.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.