Behaviour Mentor

Are you a caring individual and passionate about supporting vulnerable young people?

We are currently recruiting forBehaviour Mentor'sfor our partner schools in Greater Manchester.

In this role you will provide tailored support to students with SEMH needs, helping them to overcome challenges, develop positive behaviours, and achieve their full potential.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working with children or young people with SEMH needs.Ideally you will have Level 2 Team Teach training, although this can be provided by our inhouse trainers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Work one-on-one or in small groups with students identified as needing support with their behaviour due to SEMH needs.
• Implement targeted interventions and strategies to promote positive behaviour, self-regulation, and emotional well-being.
• Build strong and trusting relationships with students, providing encouragement, guidance, and support.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCO, and external agencies to develop and implement individual behaviour plans and support strategies.
• Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to relevant stakeholders and adjusting support as necessary.
• Provide de-escalation and crisis intervention support as needed to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.

Due to the nature of our roles, candidatesmust be a UK Residentresiding within the local area. Please note we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.

The ideal candidate:

The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working with children or young people with SEMH needs

A degree our equivalent qualification is highly desirable

Passionate about education

Be enthusiastic about working with young people

Great communication skills

Following on from your training we have a variety of short-term, long-term, and permanent opportunities.

Key benefits we offer are:

• Competitive day rates, paid weekly.
• CPD Training Academy offering huge discounts on courses such as Safeguarding Children and Team Teach training.
• Dedicated and specialist consultant committed to supporting you.
• Free digital registration and online timesheet portal
• Out our hours support
• 100 refer a friend scheme.

The Education Specialists are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all supply staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, we will undertake the necessary checks to complete your registration with us, inclusive of a video interview, current references, safeguarding course and DBS check.

Registration with us is free and we support you every step of the way