Behaviour Mentor (1:1 Support – ADHD & Behavioural Needs)

Location: NP7
Contract Type: Full Time (September Start)
Integration: Part-time/flexible integration available this term
Pay: From £92.63 per day (weekly pay)

Teaching Personnel are working with primary schools in the NP7 area seeking dedicated, patient, and resilient Learning Support Assistants to provide 1:1 support for a primary-aged pupil with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and behavioural needs.

This is a rewarding role suited to individuals who can remain calm under pressure, build positive relationships, and provide consistent support to help a pupil develop self-regulation skills, remain engaged in learning, and achieve success within the school environment.

About the Role

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with ADHD and behavioural needs
• Support the pupil's attention, engagement, emotional regulation, and learning outcomes
• Follow individual support plans, behaviour strategies, and risk assessments
• Implement positive behaviour management techniques and consistent routines
• Use de-escalation strategies to support challenging behaviours when required
• Support transitions between activities and areas of the school
• Adapt learning tasks to maintain focus, motivation, and participation
• Use movement breaks, sensory strategies, and structured interventions to support concentration
• Encourage independence, self-confidence, and positive social interactions
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCo, parents, and external professionals
• Help create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment

Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting children with ADHD and/or additional learning needs
• Understanding of ADHD and its impact on attention, impulse control, emotional regulation, and behaviour
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Ability to implement structured routines and consistent boundaries
• Experience using positive reinforcement and reward-based strategies
• Understanding of safeguarding, wellbeing, and SEND practices
• Ability to identify behavioural triggers and respond appropriately
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Proactive, patient, and adaptable approach
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations

Ideal Candidate

• Positive, patient, and approachable demeanour
• Resilient and calm under pressure
• Firm but nurturing, with clear and consistent expectations
• Understanding and empathetic towards children with ADHD and behavioural needs
• Emotionally intelligent and able to build trusting relationships
• Confident supporting pupils with emotional regulation and impulsive behaviours
• Reliable, committed, and professional
• Able to motivate and engage pupils who may struggle with focus or participation
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

What We Offer

• Weekly pay (from £92.63 per day)
• Full-time role from September with integration this term
• Flexible working during the integration period
• Free CPD training (ADHD awareness, behaviour management, safeguarding, and SEND)
• Ongoing consultant support
• Long-term opportunities within local schools

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a meaningful difference in a pupil's educational journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Call Jess: 01633 370 633
Jessica.dunne@teachingpersonnel.com