Behaviour Mentor

Progress Teachers are seeking an experienced and dedicated Behaviour for Learning Mentor to support pupils with challenging behaviours to overcome a range of barriers to education and make positive progress within a mainstream secondary school. Your role will include: Behavioural Support: * Implementing effective behaviour management strategies to foster positive student behaviour. * Providing one-on-one or small-group interventions to address behavioural challenges. * Collaborating with teachers and support staff to develop and implement behaviour support plans. Academic Support: * Assisting students with academic tasks and offering additional support as needed. * Working closely with teachers to adapt learning materials and activities to meet individual student needs. * Monitoring and recording student progress, collaborating with the teaching team to address learning gaps. Emotional Support: * Building positive relationships with students to promote emotional well-being. * Providing a safe and nurturing environment for students to express themselves in. * Recognising and responding to the social and emotional needs of students. Safeguarding: * Liaising with pastoral and safeguarding teams to address bullying concerns or negative behaviours. * Logging all safeguarding concerns accurately and securely for reporting and actioning. * Collaborating with outside agencies such as the police, local authorities, and care teams when necessary. Qualifications & Requirements: * Prior experience preferred but open to individuals with transferable skills from roles such as Youth Work, Family Support Worker, and Children’s Residential Support Worker. * Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one). * Understanding of behaviour management techniques and strategies. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and support staff. * Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting academic and emotional development. Why Apply with Progress Teachers? * Long-term & Permanent Focus: Specializing in stability and career growth opportunities. * Competitive Salary: Pay to Scale rates from day one through PAYE. * 5 Star Reviewed Company: Positive experiences shared on Google reviews. * Experienced Consultants: A collective 25 years’ experience in local education markets. * £100 BONUS: Through our refer-a-friend scheme (no obligation to be working through us)