Location: Reading
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £90 - £105 per day
Are you passionate about helping young people overcome behavioural challenges and develop the confidence to succeed?
A supportive specialist school in Reading is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join their team as soon as possible. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with pupils who may struggle with emotional regulation, engagement in lessons, or maintaining positive relationships, helping them make progress both personally and academically.
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will build positive relationships with pupils, providing consistent guidance and encouragement throughout the school day. You will help students understand their emotions, develop constructive coping strategies, and make positive choices in a structured and supportive environment.
In this role, your responsibilities as a Behaviour Mentor will include:
Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with behavioural and emotional needs
Building trusting relationships and acting as a positive role model
Helping students identify triggers and develop strategies to manage their behaviour
Encouraging positive engagement with lessons, routines, and school expectations
Working closely with teachers and SEN staff to maintain consistent approaches to behaviour supportThe school offers a collaborative working environment where staff are committed to understanding individual pupils and helping them achieve their potential. You will gain valuable experience supporting young people with additional needs while developing your skills in behaviour management, mentoring, and pastoral care.
This Behaviour Mentor role would suit someone with experience in youth work, education, coaching, residential care, or mentoring. Graduates interested in psychology, youth justice, counselling, or teaching may also find this a valuable opportunity.
If you are interested in this Behaviour Mentor position and are ready to make a positive impact on young people's lives, please submit your updated CV via this advert.
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Behaviour Mentor - Reading - SEN School - Behaviour Support - ASAP Start
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
Salary description
£90.00 - £105.00 per day