At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' behaviour and emotional wellbeing, promoting positive outcomes.
- Company: Empowering Learning, a supportive secondary school in Dudley.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, full-time hours, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and making a lasting impact on students' lives.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help young people overcome challenges to succeed.
- Qualifications: Experience in pastoral support or mentoring, strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 28000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Pastoral & Behaviour Specialist to join a supportive secondary school in Dudley from September 2026. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes.
The successful applicant will work closely with the pastoral team, teaching staff and senior leaders to promote positive behaviour, provide targeted interventions, and support students with social, emotional and behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience working with vulnerable young people who can build strong relationships while maintaining high expectations.
Essential Requirements:
- Previous experience working in a pastoral, behaviour support, mentoring, youth work or school-based role
- Experience supporting students with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs is desirable
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Calm, resilient and confident managing challenging behaviour
- Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Safeguarding Level 1 trained (support available if required)
- Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Key responsibilities:
- Provide pastoral and behavioural support to students across KS3 and KS4
- Build positive relationships with students to improve engagement, attendance and behaviour
- Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions focused on behaviour, emotional wellbeing and personal development
- Support students who require time out from lessons and facilitate successful reintegration into the classroom
- Work alongside teaching staff to implement behaviour support strategies and individual behaviour plans
- Monitor, record and report on student behaviour, attendance and progress using school systems
- Liaise with parents, carers and external agencies to promote positive outcomes for students
- Promote high expectations, safeguarding and positive conduct throughout the school
- Support with break, lunchtime and transition duties where required
- Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students
If you are a compassionate, proactive and confident individual looking to make a positive difference in the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply today.
Applications from experienced Pastoral Support, Behaviour Mentors, Teaching Assistants, Youth Workers and candidates with relevant experience supporting young people are welcome.
Pastoral & Behaviour Mentor in Dudley employer: Empowering Learning
Empowering Learning is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Behaviour Mentors in the Orpington and Bromley area. With a strong emphasis on professional development, our team enjoys access to ongoing training and growth opportunities, ensuring that you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with Autism and other SEND needs. Join us to be part of a compassionate community that values collaboration and innovation in education.
