Behaviour Support Mentor

Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning? Do you have the resilience, empathy and determination to make a real difference every day?

We are seeking an exceptional Behaviour Support Officer to join a thriving secondary school from September 2026
. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who wants to play a pivotal role in improving student behaviour, engagement, wellbeing and academic success.

As a Behaviour Support Officer, you will work closely with students, families, teachers and senior leaders to create a positive learning environment where every young person can thrive.

Whether you have experience as a Behaviour Mentor, Pastoral Support Worker, Learning Mentor, Student Support Officer, Youth Worker, Teaching Assistant or Inclusion Officer
, we would love to hear from you.

As our Behaviour Support Officer, you will:

• Support students whose behaviour impacts their learning and progress
• Build positive relationships with vulnerable and challenging students
• Deliver targeted behaviour interventions and mentoring sessions
• Support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Work alongside teaching staff to promote positive behaviour across the school
• Monitor behaviour, attendance and engagement data
• Liaise with parents, carers and external agencies
• Help students develop self-regulation, resilience and confidence
• Contribute to safeguarding and student wellbeing initiatives
• Promote a culture of respect, inclusion and high expectations

• Has experience working with young people in education, youth services or community settings
• Can remain calm and professional in challenging situations
• Builds positive relationships quickly and effectively
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is passionate about supporting student wellbeing and achievement
• Demonstrates resilience, empathy and a solution-focused approach
• Understands behaviour management and restorative practices
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

This role would suit candidates with experience as:

• Behaviour Support Officer
• Behaviour Mentor
• Pastoral Support Officer
• Learning Mentor
• Student Support Officer
• Inclusion Officer
• Youth Worker
• Teaching Assistant
• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Attendance Officer
• Family Support Worker
• Residential Support Worker
• Education Welfare Officer

• Supportive and welcoming leadership team
• Strong behaviour systems and pastoral structure
• Dedicated professional development opportunities
• Excellent facilities and resources
• Positive and inclusive school culture
• Opportunity to genuinely impact young people's lives
• Career progression opportunities within education and pastoral leadership

Competitive salary dependent upon experience

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Continuous professional development
• Employee wellbeing support
• Term-time working pattern
• Opportunities for career progression

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks and pre-employment safeguarding checks.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory