At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and motivate students to overcome social and emotional barriers to learning.
- Company: Countesthorpe Academy, a vibrant school focused on student success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering inclusion and resilience.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and help them thrive academically.
- Qualifications: Passion for mentoring and experience in supporting young people.
The predicted salary is between 22963 - 24089 £ per year.
Countesthorpe Academy is a popular and expanding 11‑19 school within the LiFE Multi‑Academy Trust. The school is known for its commitment to "being the best you can be" and for providing high standards of teaching and support.
We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Behaviour and Inclusion Mentor.
Core PurposeBehaviour and Inclusion mentoring is a proactive, student‑centred support process designed to motivate and guide young people to overcome social, emotional and behavioural barriers to learning. The role focuses on early intervention, helping students develop self‑regulation, accountability and resilience to prevent exclusions and reduce underachievement.
Requirements- Carry out the assigned professional duties in accordance with the provisions of the Education Acts.
- Adhere to any relevant orders and regulations, including the most recent School Pay Policy.
- Adhere to any rules, regulations and policies laid down by the Governing Board.
- Carry out any duties required by the Headteacher.
Accountable to: Assistant Headteachers / Behaviour and Inclusion Manager / SLT Link.
Key relationships/liaison with: Extended Leadership Team, SENDCO, Pastoral Heads of Year (HOY), Behaviour Support Team, Learning Support Department, Class Teachers, Parents/Carers and Representatives of External Support Agencies.
ObjectivesThe Behaviour and Inclusion Mentor will:
Pastoral Support & Interventions- Support and motivate students to develop their social and emotional skills, helping them engage positively and successfully with school life.
- Provide targeted 1:1 or small group mentoring to help underachieving or vulnerable students overcome behavioural barriers and raise their personal aspirations.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to lead, manage and monitor internal reflection or inclusion spaces, ensuring they remain calm, productive and purposeful.
- Respond efficiently and constructively to on‑call requests, providing dynamic de‑escalation when students experience crisis or distress.
- Assist students in understanding and navigating the academy’s behaviour systems, rules, consequences and routines.
- Help implement structured Pastoral Support Programmes (PSPs) and customised behaviour plans for students at risk of suspension or exclusion.
- Guide students through reflective processes following behavioural incidents, assisting them in establishing positive, alternative coping mechanisms.
- Work proactively with disadvantaged groups to close progress gaps linked to conduct, engagement or attendance.
- Establish respectful, firm, fair and empathetic relationships with students, consistently acting as an inspiring role model.
- Liaise with parents and carers via phone, email and face‑to‑face meetings to build collaborative partnerships that bridge home and school expectations.
- Keep precise, highly confidential records of student conduct, interventions and progress, updating relevant staff and external partners regularly.
Actual Salary £22,963 – £24,089.
Contract DetailsFixed‑term contract, from September 2026 to August 2027 in the first instance. Grade 7 Pay Point 11‑14. 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (8:00‑16:00 Monday to Thursday & 8:00‑15:30 Friday).
Behaviour and Inclusion Mentor employer: Countesthorpe Academy
Countesthorpe Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of both its students and staff. With a strong commitment to high standards of teaching and support, the school fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture where Behaviour and Inclusion Mentors can thrive. Employees benefit from professional development opportunities, a supportive leadership team, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives in a vibrant educational environment.
