Behaviour Mentor

Behaviour Mentor – Secondary SEMH Setting
Location: Skelmersdale
Contract: Full-time, Term-Time Only

Are you confident, resilient, and passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are working with a specialist secondary school in Skelmersdale that provides tailored education for pupils who require additional support to manage complex behaviours and barriers to learning.

The school prides itself on creating a structured, nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a vital role in helping students develop positive coping strategies and succeed in their education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils with SEMH needs, often on a 1:1 or small group basis.

• De-escalate challenging behaviour and promote positive choices.

• Implement individual behaviour management plans consistently.

• Build trusting, supportive relationships with pupils and staff.

• Work collaboratively with teachers and pastoral teams to maintain a safe and productive learning environment.

About You:

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour is essential.

• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.

• Calm, patient and empathetic approach.

• Confident in setting clear boundaries and expectations.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable young people.

The Role:

• Full-time, term-time only.

• Temporary contract with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

• September 2025 start date.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives and help them develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

To apply: Please submit your CV and a short statement outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.