Behaviour Mentor. Job in Lutterworth Education & Training Jobs

Location: Lutterworth, Leicestershire

Start Date: After May Half Term

Contract Type: Full-Time (5 days a week)

Salary: £100-110 per day (dependent on experience)

Aspire People is currently working with a highly supportive primary school in Lutterworth, seeking an experienced Behaviour Mentor to provide 1:1 support to a child with severe behavioural needs. This is a challenging yet incredibly rewarding role, designed for someone with a strong background in managing behaviour and providing positive interventions to help children thrive academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

• 1:1 Behaviour Support: Work directly with a child who has severe behavioural needs, providing consistent and proactive behavioural support throughout the school day.
• Develop Behaviour Plans: Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and external specialists to create and implement tailored behaviour management plans, adapting strategies to the child’s needs to keep them engaged and focused.
• Positive Behaviour Reinforcement: Use a range of positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviour, reward progress, and motivate the child to meet specific goals.
• Support in Social and Emotional Development: Assist the child in developing social skills and emotional regulation, providing support during difficult moments to help them navigate challenges calmly and effectively.
• Classroom Support: Support the child in their academic lessons, ensuring they remain on task and engaged, and help manage transitions between activities to minimise anxiety or behavioural disruptions.
• Liaise with Staff and Parents: Communicate regularly with the child’s teacher, SENCO, and parents to provide updates on progress and collaborate on strategies for continuous improvement; participate in regular reviews of the child’s behaviour and educational development.
• Promote Inclusion: Encourage the child’s participation in group activities, fostering inclusion within the classroom and helping them build positive relationships with peers and staff.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Keep accurate records of the child’s progress, behaviours, and incidents, ensuring all information is logged clearly for future support and intervention planning.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with Severe Behavioural Needs: Proven experience in managing and supporting children with severe behavioural difficulties, whether in a school, alternative provision, or similar educational setting.
• Strong Behaviour Management Skills: Excellent knowledge of a variety of behaviour management strategies and the ability to apply them consistently and effectively; experience with de-escalation techniques is highly beneficial.
• Patient, Resilient, and Compassionate: The patience, resilience, and calm approach needed to manage challenging behaviour while maintaining a positive environment; empathy and understanding are key to building a trusting relationship with the child.
• Team Player: Strong communication and collaborative skills to work closely with teachers, teaching assistants, SENCOs, and other professionals.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: The ability to adjust to changing needs throughout the day, remaining proactive and responsive.
• Strong Communication Skills: Clear communication with staff, parents, and external professionals to ensure the child’s needs are met and progress is shared.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children who display challenging behaviours in a school setting or other care/support environments.
• A background in supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs would be highly advantageous.
• A calm and consistent approach, with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• A genuine passion for making a positive impact on the life of a child facing significant challenges.

Why Join Us

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Behaviour Mentor to join a school committed to supporting both its students and staff. You will work within a collaborative environment with a strong team focused on creating a safe, nurturing space for children with behavioural challenges.