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.
* 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).
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