Behaviour Mentor

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Behaviour Mentors to work in specialist SEMH and SEN schools across Wigan. These schools support pupils aged 5–16 with a range of additional needs including autism, ADHD, trauma, and social, emotional and mental health challenges.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and helping them thrive both academically and emotionally.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and SEN.
• Help manage challenging behaviour and promote positive coping strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external professionals.
• Deliver tailored interventions to support emotional regulation and engagement.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage progress and wellbeing.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEMH (in education, care, youth work, or similar).
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply through Teaching Personnel).
• Relevant qualifications or training (desirable but not essential).

Ideal Backgrounds:

• Psychology, Criminology, or Education graduates.
• Youth workers, support workers, or teaching assistants.
• Individuals seeking a career in education, mental health, or social care.

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
• Access to accredited CPD courses including Team Teach, Safeguarding, and Autism Awareness.
• Dedicated consultant support and career development opportunities.
• Long-term and permanent roles available.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your CV 

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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