At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' wellbeing and promote positive behaviour in a secondary school setting.
- Company: A well-established secondary school in Bolton focused on inclusion and student welfare.
- Benefits: Salary of £24,000 - £26,000 FTE, full-time role, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Join a dedicated pastoral team committed to student success and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in young people's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in a UK secondary school and strong behaviour management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 26000 £ per year.
Full-Time | Permanent
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 FTE
About the Role
As a Behaviour Support Mentor, you will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, supporting student wellbeing, and helping pupils remain engaged in education. Working closely with the pastoral team, senior leaders, teachers, and external agencies, you will provide targeted interventions for students who require additional behavioural and emotional support.
Responsibilities
- Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group behavioural support interventions
- Support students who display challenging behaviour, helping them develop positive coping strategies and self‑regulation skills
- Build strong and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and attendance
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff to implement behaviour support plans
- Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records of interventions and outcomes
- Support reintegration programmes for students returning from suspensions or alternative provisions
- Liaise with parents, carers, and external professionals where required
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment across the school
The Ideal Candidate
Only applicants with previous experience working within schools and education settings will be considered.
Qualifications
- A minimum of one year’s experience working within a UK secondary school
- Experience in a Behaviour Mentor, Pastoral Support, Learning Mentor, Inclusion, Attendance, or similar school‑based role
- Experience working within a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), Alternative Provision (AP), or a pastoral support setting is highly desirable
- A strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and restorative approaches
- The ability to build positive relationships with vulnerable and disengaged young people
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Resilience, patience, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for students
The School
The school is a well‑established secondary setting in Bolton with a strong commitment to inclusion and student welfare. Staff work collaboratively to create a supportive environment where every young person is encouraged to succeed regardless of their starting point. The successful candidate will join a dedicated pastoral team that places student wellbeing at the heart of everything they do.
Benefits
- Salary of £24,000 - £26,000 FTE
- Full‑time, long‑term opportunity with potential for a permanent appointment
- Supportive leadership team and pastoral structure
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people
Behaviour Support Mentor in Farnworth employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is an excellent employer for those passionate about early childhood education, offering a supportive work culture in Northampton. With competitive pay and opportunities for permanent positions, employees can thrive in a nurturing environment that prioritises professional growth and development. Join a dedicated team where your contributions to children's learning and development are truly valued.
