Behaviour Mentor (SEMH School)

Behaviour Mentor Opportunity at SEMH School in Chasetown (WS7)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (term-time only)

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join a Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) provision in Chasetown, WS7.

This role involves working with Key Stage 2 and 3 students who have social, emotional, mental health, and behavioural needs.

The school places a strong emphasis on sport, making candidates with a sporting background particularly desirable.

As a small and closely-knit community, the school is looking for someone who can integrate seamlessly into their supportive team, where personality, motivation, and additional skills are key.

• Provide opportunities for students to progress academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Lead by example, acting as a positive role model.
• Lead and participate in sports and activity sessions.
• Understand and respond to the individual needs and personalities of the students.
• Offer mentoring, guidance, and emotional support.
• Create and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Address challenging or disruptive behaviour in a calm and constructive manner.
• Support students in developing self-confidence, positive self-image, and independence.
• Ensure full compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures.

• Previous experience working with special educational needs (SEN), whether through professional or personal experience.
• A genuine passion for working in education and supporting young people.
• A positive, creative, and proactive approach to supporting students with a wide range of needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, staff, and families.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training (issued within the last year).

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to apply for a new one.
• Provide two professional references relating to working with children, covering the last two years.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in being considered for this role, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We act as an employment business and education recruitment agency. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding and vetting checks before starting the role. All adults working with children and vulnerable young people have a duty to safeguard and promote their welfare.