Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Mentor – Full-Time Role in Tottenham

Are you passionate about supporting young people in overcoming challenges and promoting positive behaviour? Teaching Personnel is offering a rewarding opportunity for a Behaviour Mentor to join an SEN school in Tottenham. This full-time role starts in October and runs until the end of the academic year, with the potential for the position to become permanent based on performance.

Position Details:

• Role: Behaviour Mentor
• Location: Tottenham
• Start Date: October
• Duration: Full-time, until the end of the academic year (with potential to become permanent)
• Pay: £419.25 - £500 per week, depending on experience and qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will provide crucial support to students who may struggle with their behaviour, helping them engage positively with their education and school environment. Your role will involve:

• Working closely with students who display challenging behaviour, offering guidance and support to help them manage their emotions and behaviours
• Developing and implementing personalised behaviour plans for individual students, working alongside teachers and the pastoral team
• Providing one-on-one or small group interventions focused on emotional regulation, social skills, and resilience building
• Supporting teachers in managing classroom behaviour, helping to create a calm and focused learning environment
• Building positive relationships with students to help them feel supported and understood
• Monitoring student progress and behaviour, providing feedback to teaching staff and contributing to reports on student development
• Helping students reflect on their behaviour, encouraging positive changes and personal growth
• Assisting with activities and strategies aimed at promoting a positive school ethos and reinforcing school behaviour policies

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with young people, particularly those with behavioural or emotional difficulties
• A confident, empathetic, and patient approach to supporting students
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to engage effectively with students, staff, and parents
• The ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations
• Previous experience in behaviour mentoring, youth work, or a similar role in an educational setting is highly desirable but not essential
• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning and succeed both academically and personally

Why This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed to making a positive impact on young people’s lives. As a Behaviour Mentor, you will be at the forefront of helping students manage their behaviour, fostering personal development, and ensuring they have the best possible chance of success in school. This role is also ideal for those considering a future career in teaching, counselling, or social work.

Benefits of the Role:

• Full-time experience in a supportive and forward-thinking secondary school
• Weekly pay between £419.25 and £500, depending on experience and qualifications
• Opportunities to work closely with students, helping them overcome challenges and build confidence
• A chance to make a significant impact on student behaviour and overall school culture
• Potential for the role to become permanent, depending on your performance

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about supporting young people and would like to take on this rewarding role, we would love to hear from you! Please apply through Teaching Personnel by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Take the next step in your career and help shape a positive future for students in Chorlton-cum-Hardy. Apply today!

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