Positive Behaviour Mentor - Secondary School

Positive Behaviour Mentor – Secondary School

Be the Difference. Change a Student's Story.

Location: Newport
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Full Academic Year
Pay: From £92.63 per day (£463.15 per week)

Not every student needs someone to teach them, they need someone to believe in them.

Teaching Personnel is working alongside supportive secondary schools across Newport to recruit dedicated Positive Behaviour Mentors who can help students overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, remaining calm under pressure, and making a genuine impact on young people's lives.

The Role

As a Positive Behaviour Mentor, you'll work with students who may need additional support with behaviour, emotional regulation, attendance, or engagement in education.

You'll become a trusted adult who helps pupils develop positive routines, improve behaviour, and reach their full potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group behaviour support
• Building positive relationships with pupils who require additional guidance
• Encouraging engagement, confidence, and resilience
• Supporting students both inside and outside of lessons
• Helping to de-escalate challenging situations using positive behaviour strategies
• Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and SEN departments
• Promoting a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment
• Monitoring student progress and celebrating achievements

Who Would Suit This Role?

We're looking for people who are:

• Patient, resilient, and approachable
• Confident working with teenagers
• Positive role models with excellent communication skills
• Passionate about helping young people succeed
• Calm under pressure and able to build trust quickly

Experience in education is welcomed but not essential.

We'd love to hear from applicants with backgrounds in:

• Youth Work
• Sports Coaching
• Behaviour Support
• Teaching Assistance
• Care & Residential Support
• Mental Health Support
• Prison or Rehabilitation Services
• Police, Military, or Security
• Psychology or Education Graduates

If you've supported young people in any capacity and enjoy helping others succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Receive

• Weekly pay through Teaching Personnel
• Free CPD and accredited training
• Dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement
• Fantastic experience for aspiring teachers, youth workers, social workers, educational psychologists, or pastoral staff

Educator Requirements

The ideal candidate will also require the following or already hold & willing to apply for: (We can help you obtain the below as part of the registration process)

• Enhanced DBS on the update service
• Education Workforce Regulation registration (EWC)
• Aged 18 and over
• Level 2 Safeguarding Course as part of your onboarding with us
• A Minimum of 2 professional based references which cover a 24-month period of employment (or equivalent)

Why Choose This Role?

Every day is different. Every conversation matters.

The students you'll support won't always remember the lesson but they'll remember the person who encouraged them, believed in them, and helped them get back on track.

If you're looking for a career where you can genuinely make a lasting difference, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Apply today to begin your journey as a Positive Behaviour Mentor in one of our welcoming Newport secondary schools this September. Submit your CV now and a member of the Teaching Personnel team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

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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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