At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with SEMH needs and help them re-engage with learning.
- Company: Aspire People, dedicated to supporting young people in education.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rates, long-term positions, and dedicated consultant support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and access diverse education settings.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your mentoring skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEMH or challenging behaviour and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
Aspire People are looking for experienced Behaviour Mentors to support pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs across schools, alternative provisions and specialist settings. This role is particularly suited to candidates who have already worked with young people who have struggled to engage with mainstream education and understand the importance of consistency, boundaries and positive relationships.
The Role:
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support
- Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
- Helping pupils re-engage with learning and education
- Managing and de-escalating challenging situations
- Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
- Building strong, consistent relationships with pupils
- Delivering mentoring and targeted interventions
- Supporting pupils during lessons, transitions and unstructured periods
- Working alongside teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experience working within alternative provision, PRUs or specialist settings
- Professional experience supporting pupils with SEMH or challenging behaviour
- Confident managing challenging situations calmly and consistently
- Strong understanding of behaviour and emotional regulation
- Resilient, patient and adaptable approach
- Able to establish clear boundaries while building positive relationships
- Previous 1:1 support experience is highly desirable
Relevant backgrounds may include:
- Alternative Provision
- PRUs
- SEMH schools
- Behaviour Support
- Youth Work
- Residential Support
- Pastoral Support
- Mentoring
Why Work with Aspire People:
- Specialist SEMH and behaviour opportunities
- Long-term and permanent positions
- Competitive daily rates
- Dedicated consultant support
- Access to a wide range of education settings
If you have experience supporting young people in alternative provision or similar environments, we would love to hear from you.
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 & SEMH in Salford 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.
