Behaviour Mentor

Behaviour Mentor (Teaching Assistant) – 

Location: Caldicot
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:00pm
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: From £82.51 per day

Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive in their education?
Do you have the patience, empathy, and resilience to make a real difference in a student’s life?

We are seeking a committed and compassionate Behaviour Mentor / Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Caldicot. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who want to work closely with students who need additional support with behaviour, engagement, and emotional wellbeing.

Why Choose This Role?

• Make a positive impact on students' behaviour, confidence, and learning outcomes

• Be part of a nurturing and professional school team

• Ideal for aspiring teachers, youth workers, or psychology graduates

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group behaviour support to students

• Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies

• Assist the classroom teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management

• Build trusting relationships with students and act as a positive role model

• Encourage and motivate students to engage in learning

• Liaise with teaching staff, parents, and the school’s pastoral team to support student progress

✅ What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people (in schools, youth work, or similar settings)

• Calm, approachable, and patient personality

• Passion for education and helping students succeed

• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

• Two recent and relevant references

• Right to work in the UK

• Willingness to register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)

Perfect for: Psychology graduates, aspiring teachers, youth workers, or anyone with a passion for student wellbeing and inclusion.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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