At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in an Alternative Provision setting and help them re-engage with learning.
- Company: Aspire People, dedicated to supporting education and pupil wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, ongoing opportunities, and dedicated consultant support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy opportunities for longer-term positions.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives and help them overcome educational barriers.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, especially those with challenging behaviour or SEMH needs.
The predicted salary is between 23850 - 29150 £ per year.
Location: Leicester
Salary: £105 per day
Contract: Monday to Friday, term time only
Start Date: Immediate / ongoing
Aspire People are currently recruiting for a Behaviour Mentor to work within an Alternative Provision setting in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting young people who may have experienced difficulties within mainstream education and require a more individualised approach.
The successful candidate will be confident managing challenging behaviour while building positive relationships and helping pupils re-engage with learning.
The Role
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils within an Alternative Provision setting
- Build strong, positive relationships with pupils
- Support students with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs and emotional regulation
- Use positive behaviour strategies and effective de-escalation techniques
- Encourage pupils to engage with learning and develop their confidence
- Help pupils develop social, emotional and independent learning skills
- Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to provide consistent support
- Maintain a calm, structured and supportive environment
Requirements
- Previous experience working with children or young people is essential
- Experience supporting challenging behaviour, SEMH or pupils at risk of disengaging from education
- Experience within Alternative Provision, specialist education, youth work or a similar setting would be beneficial
- A calm, patient and resilient approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage challenging situations professionally
- Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
What Aspire People Offer
- Competitive daily rate of £105
- Monday to Friday, term time only
- Ongoing opportunities across Leicester and Leicestershire
- Dedicated consultant support
- Access to a wide range of education settings
- Opportunities for longer-term positions
If you have a strong background in behaviour support and are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to education, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Matt at Aspire People.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Behaviour Mentor - Alternative Provision in Leicester employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer for FE & College Lecturers in South Wales, offering competitive pay rates of £28 - £45 per hour along with a £100 sign-up bonus after 20 days of work. With a strong commitment to employee growth through free CPD and safeguarding training, as well as dedicated consultant support, Aspire People fosters a flexible and inclusive work culture that empowers educators to inspire the next generation while enjoying meaningful and rewarding employment.
