Behaviour Mentor / Cover Supervisor

Behaviour Mentor / Cover Supervisor
Location: Plymouth
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Type: Full-time, Term Time Only

We are seeking a confident and resilient Behaviour Mentor / Cover Supervisor to work in secondary and specialist school settings across Plymouth, supporting pupils who require additional behavioural and emotional support.

This role is ideal for someone with experience managing behaviour, supporting disengaged learners, and confidently supervising classes when required.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional, and social needs

• Working 1:1 or in small groups to support regulation and engagement

• Providing classroom cover when required, delivering pre-set work

• Implementing behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques

• Building positive, consistent relationships with pupils

• Supporting pupils who may have SEMH, ASD, or additional needs

• Working closely with teaching staff, SEN teams, and pastoral leads

Essential Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational or support setting

• Strong behaviour management and calm, consistent approach

• Confidence supervising classes and managing challenging behaviour

• Ability to build rapport quickly with pupils

• Resilient, patient, and proactive attitude

Desirable (but not essential):

• SEMH or SEND experience

• Team Teach or behaviour-focused training

• Previous Cover Supervisor or mentoring experience

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday

• 8:30am – 3:30pm

• Term-time only

This is a highly rewarding role for someone looking to make a real impact on pupils who need structure, understanding, and positive role modelling.

Apply now to be considered for this Behaviour Mentor / Cover role in Plymouth.

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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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