Behaviour Support Mentor

Behaviour Support Mentor – Secondary School

Location: Manchester
Salary: £89 - £100 per day
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, term-time only

A dynamic and inclusive secondary school in inner Manchester is seeking a Behaviour Support Mentor to work with students at risk of disengagement or exclusion. This pastoral role focuses on early intervention and restorative approaches to behaviour, working both in-class and through targeted 1:1 mentoring.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students in crisis or displaying challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques and school policy

• Deliver structured mentoring sessions focusing on emotional literacy, resilience, and social skills

• Collaborate with SEN, pastoral and safeguarding staff to develop personalised behaviour plans

• Reintegrate pupils returning from fixed-term exclusions back into a positive learning routine

What We’re Looking For:

• Background in youth work, support work, alternative provision, or school inclusion roles

• Awareness of issues impacting young people including trauma, anxiety, or SEMH needs

• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure and provide consistent boundaries

• Previous experience with restorative approaches or Team Teach training is a bonus

Why Apply?

• Work as part of a well-resourced behaviour and inclusion team

• Play a meaningful role in improving life chances for vulnerable students

• Receive regular CPD and opportunities to progress into safeguarding or SEND roles

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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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