SEND Behaviour Mentor - Tameside
Location: Tameside
Salary: £107.71-£115 per day
Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time / Part-Time
Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing Opportunities
Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to learning and helping them build confidence, resilience and positive relationships? Milk Education is looking for dedicated SEND Behaviour Mentors to support specialist schools across Oldham and the surrounding areas.
This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), including ADHD, autism, trauma and challenging behaviour. We're particularly interested in people with backgrounds in youth work, mentoring, psychology, care or education.
The Role:
As a SEND Behaviour Mentor, you'll:
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Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils who need additional behavioural and emotional support.
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Help young people develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive coping strategies.
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Use restorative approaches and positive behaviour management to encourage engagement and build trust.
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Support pupils to overcome barriers to learning and re-engage with education.
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Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to create a safe, consistent and supportive environment.
What We're Looking For:
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Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs or additional needs (desirable).
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Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Youth Work, Counselling or related subjects are encouraged to apply.
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Non-graduates with relevant experience in mentoring, care, youth work or support roles are also welcome.
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A calm, patient and resilient approach, with the ability to manage challenging situations.
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Confidence building positive relationships with young people who may struggle with trust, engagement or emotional regulation.
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Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, restorative approaches or de-escalation strategies (desirable, not essential).
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A genuine passion for helping vulnerable young people recognise their potential and make positive changes.
Benefits to YOU:
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Excellent rates of pay!
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Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance.
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Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
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5-Star rated with over 3,000 reviews across Google & Facebook!
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Exclusive school & trust partnerships.
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Access to our FREE Perks Portal - exclusive discounts (our version of the Blue Light Card).
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1,000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses via Milk Academy.
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FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
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FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook & access to our wellbeing hub.
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School Preparation Pack - be ready for your school placements!
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24/7 support from your personal consultant.
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Our Unbottled division brings lived-experience speakers into schools.
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We're located across England & North Wales with 9 offices!
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Join the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency!
Why choose Milk Education?
Milk Edu
SEND Behaviour Mentor - Tameside 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.
