Behaviour Mentor

Behaviour Mentor – Tameside

A secondary school in Tameside is seeking an experienced Behaviour Mentor to support students with behavioural and emotional needs. The Behaviour Mentor will play a key role in helping students develop positive coping strategies, manage their emotions, and engage effectively in their education. This position is ideal for someone with a background in youth work, mentoring, psychology, or behaviour support, looking to make a positive difference in a school setting.

Start Date: ASAP
Location: Tameside
Salary: £90–£110 per day (dependent on experience)

Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted behaviour support for students with challenging behaviours, helping them navigate their emotions and reduce disruptive conduct

• Work 1:1 or with small groups of students to deliver interventions focused on social and emotional development, including anger management, conflict resolution, and building resilience

• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to develop and implement behaviour intervention plans (BIPs) tailored to individual student needs

• Build strong, positive relationships with students, acting as a mentor and role model to guide them in making positive behavioural changes

• Support students in managing their emotions both in the classroom and during break times, helping them stay focused on their learning

• Help students understand their triggers and develop strategies to manage challenging behaviour in a constructive way

• Monitor and track progress in students' behaviour, providing regular updates to teachers, parents, and school leaders

• Support students’ reintegration into full-class settings after behavioural incidents, ensuring they feel supported and ready to re-engage with their learning

• Act as a liaison between the school and external agencies, working collaboratively to support students' welfare

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with young people, preferably in an educational, youth work, or mentoring context

• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations

• A proactive, positive approach to supporting students with behavioural or emotional difficulties

• Experience in developing and implementing behaviour plans or interventions is highly desirable

• A background in psychology, counselling, or education is beneficial but not essential

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with students, staff, and external professionals

• Commitment to working collaboratively within a team of professionals to support the holistic needs of students

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students who face behavioural challenges, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and develop vital skills for success.

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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.
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