Behaviour and ASD Mentor with a Sports Background
Job description
Behaviour and ASD Mentor with a Sports Background – Bridgend
Location: Bridgend
Pay: £13.75/hour (£89.38/day)
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only
Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and behavioural needs? Do you have a sports coaching background or experience in physical education? This exciting opportunity in Bridgend could be the perfect match for you!
Job Overview:
A highly regarded Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Bridgend is searching for a Behaviour and ASD Mentor who can harness the power of sport to drive positive change. If you're energetic, compassionate, and eager to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
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Use sports and physical activity to promote positive behaviours and emotional regulation.
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Mentor students with ASD and behavioural challenges, both 1:1 and in small groups.
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Develop and implement individualised behaviour support plans in collaboration with teaching staff.
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Foster social skills, resilience, and teamwork through structured physical sessions.
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Act as a positive role model—promoting discipline, perseverance, and confidence.
About You:
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Previous experience supporting young people, preferably in SEN or alternative provision settings.
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Background in sports coaching, youth work, physical education, or similar.
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Strong communication skills and a natural ability to build rapport.
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Calm, patient, and empathetic approach to behaviour management.
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Knowledge of behaviour strategies (training provided if needed).
✅ Essential Requirements:
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Experience in sports coaching or education.
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A genuine passion for working with children with additional learning needs.
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Willingness to complete or already hold an Enhanced DBS check.
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Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) or willingness to register.
Why Join Us?
This role offers a rewarding chance to combine your love for sports with a meaningful career in education. Every day, you’ll make a positive difference in the lives of young people, helping them thrive inside and outside the classroom.
Apply now to take the next step in your journey as a Behaviour Mentor in Bridgend and start making a real impact today!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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