Behavioural Mentor

Behavioural Mentor - Full Time

• Annual Salary: £23,000 - £25,000 –
• Position Type – Permanent
• Location: Northampton
• Job Type: Full-time (35 hours per week, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with one-hour unpaid lunch break)

Join our team at Clients SEN school, a nurturing and holistic educational environment. We are looking for a dedicated Behavioural Mentor to help our students’ overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide support to teachers and staff by addressing the needs of children who require assistance to access the curriculum fully.
• Work with a diverse group of pupils, prioritising those facing multiple disadvantages such as special or medical needs, challenging behaviour, or those with a statement of special educational needs.
• Engage with children on a one-to-one basis or in small to large groups, acting as a listener, facilitator for learning, encourager, motivator, and role model.
• Collaborate with families and the wider community as part of a broader educational remit.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare, Health & Social Care, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Minimum of three years' experience working with children or within the care sector.
• Strong ability to communicate and interact effectively with children and adults.
• Commitment to supporting the ethos of the school and improving student participation and progress.

Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary of £23,000 to £25,000, paid over 52 weeks.
• 13 weeks of paid holiday annually.
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities.

Core Purpose:

• To assist pupils whose additional needs and behaviour significantly impact their learning.
• To support the school's ethos and help minimise barriers to learning to maximise pupil participation.

To apply for this Behavioural Mentor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. Interviews will include a detailed job description and further discussion of the role.