About this Role
Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
Are you passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and achieve their full potential? Do you have the empathy, resilience and determination to make a lasting difference? If so, we would love to hear from you.
At The Oldham Academy North, we are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Behaviour Mentor to join our supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with students, providing guidance, encouragement and targeted support to help them engage positively with school life and reach their goals.
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will build positive relationships with students, helping them develop confidence, resilience and effective strategies to manage their behaviour. You will work collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies to provide tailored support, remove barriers to learning and promote positive outcomes for all students
Key responsibilities:
- Provide targeted support and mentoring to students, helping them overcome behavioural, social and emotional barriers to learning.
- Build positive, professional relationships with students to encourage engagement, resilience and personal development.
- Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and families to promote positive behaviour and improve student outcomes.
- Monitor, record and report on student progress, attendance, behaviour and intervention outcomes.
- Support the academy's commitment to a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment where all students can thrive
Pay range: SCP12 - 17 - £25,982.89 - £28,185.21 - FTE: £29,542.00 - £32,046.00 - 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience of working with children or young people, ideally within an educational, pastoral or support setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
- Ability to remain calm, resilient and professional when supporting students with challenging behaviour.
- Good organisational skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records and manage competing priorities effectively.
- A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and supporting all students to achieve their full potential
E-ACT The Oldham Academy North | Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, Mastery
E-ACT The Oldham Academy North is a dynamic and inclusive11-16 secondary academy located in Oldham. Rooted in our core values of Trust,Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery, we committed to fostering an environmentwhere students thrive academically, personally, and socially.
We hold ourselves to high expectations, challenging ourstudents to excel in all areas of their education. Beyond academic excellence,we inspire and empower them to become ambassadors for their community,instilling a sense of responsibility and pride in their role as contributors tothe greater whole.
Join us on this journey of education, growth, and communityengagement, where we value Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery are at everystep.
Want tomake a difference to young people?
Are youready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community thatvalues diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?
What are we about?
Join a trust that is going places!
At E-ACT, we believe everychild deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaksdown barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership,collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-firstculture, and ensure every voice is heard.
We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.
E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.
With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. Wedon't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.
Want to bea part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk
Benefits:
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial packageincluding access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life coverat three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-roundemployees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promotinghealthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staffdevelopment through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities.Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point payscale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfillingfull responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people-first culture valuesevery colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a freeEmployee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice.Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collectivesuccess.
Please look at our 'Work for Us' page andRecruitment Pack for more information.
E-ACT is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults,and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service(DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACTis also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination anddeveloping community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of thecommunity
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Behaviour Mentor at E-ACT the Oldham Academy North employer: E-ACT
E-ACT Shenley Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and wellbeing of its staff while making a significant impact on the educational landscape. With a strong financial package, including generous leave and pension schemes, alongside a commitment to professional development and a people-first culture, employees are empowered to thrive in a collaborative environment. Join us in shaping the future of education in a supportive and inspiring setting where your contributions truly matter.
