Behaviour Mentor
- Teaching Assistant
- Greater Manchester
- Full Time
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Job Advertisement: Behaviour Mentor
Teaching Personnel is seeking a committed and proactive Behaviour Mentor to join an Ofsted-rated "Good" secondary school in Chorlton. This full-time role starts in January and continues until the end of the academic year, with the possibility of becoming permanent based on performance.
About the Role:
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work directly with students who require additional support to manage their behavior, overcome challenges, and engage positively with their education. This vital role involves helping students develop self-discipline, resilience, and strategies for success in a supportive school environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group mentoring to students, focusing on behavior management, emotional regulation, and personal development.
- Work with teaching and pastoral staff to identify students in need of additional behavioral support and develop individualized plans.
- Support classroom learning by promoting positive behavior and addressing disruptions or challenges as they arise.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students, acting as a role model and advocate for their well-being and success.
- Collaborate with staff and external professionals to deliver tailored interventions and strategies.
- Monitor and document student progress, contributing to reports and support plans.
- Facilitate conflict resolution and restorative practices to encourage accountability and positive interactions among students.
- Assist in creating and maintaining an inclusive school environment where all students feel valued and supported.
This role offers a rewarding opportunity to work closely with students, helping them navigate challenges and achieve their potential.
What We’re Looking For:
The ideal candidate will:
- Have experience working with young people in a school, youth work, or community setting, particularly those with behavioral or emotional needs.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students and staff.
- Be empathetic, patient, and solution-focused when addressing challenges.
- Have a good understanding of safeguarding and behavior management strategies.
- Show a commitment to promoting inclusion and supporting students’ personal growth.
- Be organized, proactive, and collaborative, able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Be available full-time from January through to the end of the academic year.
A background in education, youth work, counseling, or social work is desirable. Relevant qualifications, such as a degree or training in behavior management, would be advantageous but are not essential.
What We Offer:
- Weekly pay ranging from £419.25 to £500, facilitated by Teaching Personnel.
- A supportive and dynamic school environment dedicated to professional development and student success.
- Opportunities to develop skills and gain valuable experience in education and pastoral care.
- The chance for the role to become permanent, depending on performance and suitability.
If you are passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and thrive, we encourage you to apply.
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.
Start Date: January 2024
Location: Chorlton
Contract Type: Full-time (Temporary to Potential Permanent)
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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