Behavioural Mentor
Location: Gateshead
Working hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm / Monday to Friday
Start date: December & January starts
We are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced Behavioural Mentor to join a supportive SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Specialist Secondary setting in Gateshead.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who can build positive relationships with teenage learners and provide consistent, nurturing support to help improve behaviour, engagement and emotional wellbeing.
Your role as a Behaviour Mentor will be to support the students with emotional regulation and gently encourage them to access their learning in a way which meets their needs.
Behaviour Mentor Key Responsibilities:
- Providing 1:1 and small-group mentoring to pupils.
- Building positive, trusting relationships with young people.
- Supporting pupils to develop effective strategies for managing their behaviour and emotions.
- Helping pupils re-engage with learning and the wider school community.
- Supporting positive behaviour management strategies.
- Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, SEN teams and families where appropriate.
- Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence.
- Maintaining accurate records of interventions and pupil progress.
- Creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment.
The successful candidate will be:
- Experienced in working with children or young people, ideally within an educational or pastoral setting.
- Confident supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and emotional needs.
- Patient, resilient and empathetic.
- Able to establish strong professional relationships with pupils.
- Consistent and confident when implementing behaviour strategies.
- A positive role model with excellent communication skills.
- Passionate about improving outcomes for young people.
Why Apply?
- Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards
- Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths
- Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives
- 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through the Milk Academy
- FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers
- FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub - because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact
- School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides - so you walk in ready on day one
- 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.
Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Pol
Behavioural Mentor in Gateshead employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for SEND Mentor Assistants. Located in North Liverpool, we prioritise the wellbeing of our educators by offering excellent pay rates, a fast-registration process, and access to professional development opportunities, including free CPD courses. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children ensures that you will be part of a purpose-driven team that values your contributions and supports your growth in the education sector.
