Behaviour Mentor

Job Title: Behaviour Mentor (1:1 Support – ASD & Emotional Dysregulation)
Location: NP19
Contract Type: Full Time
Pay: £89.38 per day 
Start Date: After October Half Term 2025

Join Teaching Personnel and make a lasting difference.
We’re seeking a resilient, caring, and dedicated Behaviour Mentor to work 1:1 with a pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who experiences emotional and behavioural dysregulation. This rewarding role is ideal for someone passionate about helping young people overcome challenges, develop coping strategies, and re-engage with their learning.

About the Role

• Provide individualised 1:1 support for a pupil with ASD, helping them manage emotions and behaviour in a positive, structured way.

• Build a trusting and supportive relationship that promotes self-regulation, confidence, and engagement.

• Collaborate with teaching staff and SEN professionals to implement tailored behaviour and learning plans.

• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional growth, and academic participation in a safe environment.

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people with challenging behaviour, ASD, or SEMH needs.

• Strong resilience, patience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, consistent approach.

• Ability to set and maintain clear boundaries while fostering a nurturing rapport.

• Valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

• Training in behaviour management or Team Teach (advantageous but not essential).

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay starting at £89.38 per day (based on experience).

• Full-time or part-time placements across supportive school environments.

• Free CPD including Behaviour Management, Autism Awareness, and Safeguarding training.

• Ongoing career guidance and support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant.

• The chance to make a real, lasting impact on a pupil’s life.

At Teaching Personnel, we believe every child deserves a mentor who believes in them and helps them reach their potential. If you’re ready to support a child who needs stability, patience, and understanding—apply today and help shape brighter futures.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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