Behaviour Mentor

Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
Location: Truro, Cornwall
Setting: Alternative Provision School
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking a resilient, compassionate, and proactive Behaviour Mentor to join a dedicated team at an Alternative Provision (AP) school in Truro. This role is a unique opportunity to work closely with students who have severe Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and complex behavioural challenges, supporting them both emotionally and academically to help them re-engage with education.

About the Role:

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to students with high-level SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Build trusting relationships to help students develop emotional regulation, social skills, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Act as a positive role model and advocate for students, helping them develop self-esteem, resilience, and motivation.
• Contribute to behaviour intervention plans and support the delivery of therapeutic or restorative approaches.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH and/or challenging behaviour (ideally in an AP, PRU, SEN or mainstream setting).
• Strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills, with a calm, non-judgemental approach.
• A deep understanding of trauma-informed practice and behaviour as communication.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure, manage complex situations, and remain solution focused.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable young people.

Relevant qualifications (e.g., in youth work, psychology, counselling, or behaviour management) are desirable but not essential.

We Offer:

• A supportive and passionate team environment.
• Ongoing training and CPD in SEMH, trauma-informed practice, and behaviour management.
• Opportunities for career development in a growing and inclusive school.
• The chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of some of the most vulnerable learners in Cornwall.

If this is something you’d be interested in please contact me on lily.ridge@teachingpersonnel.com to discuss further actions. 

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