Behaviour Mentor (AP Setting)

Job Description:

Progress Teachers are looking for a committed Behaviour Mentor to work with a caseload of pupils in a local AP Setting with varying SEN/SEMH needs. You will provide one-to-one support, help implement behaviour strategies, and assist pupils in developing positive social, emotional, and learning behaviours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Implement and support personalised behaviour management plans.
• Help pupils develop social, emotional, and self-regulation skills.
• Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress to teachers and leadership staff.
• Liaise closely with colleagues and parents/carers to ensure consistency in approaches and support young people to make constant positive progress.
• Support safe and positive learning environments and de-escalate challenging situations.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external agencies to provide consistent support.
• Assist pupils with transitions within the PRU and, where appropriate, prepare them for reintegration into mainstream education.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children and young people with behavioural difficulties.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Patience, resilience, and a solutions-focused approach.
• Experience in a PRU, SEN school, or similar alternative provision setting is highly desirable.
• Commitment to professional development and ongoing training in behaviour management.
• Experience in trauma-informed / therapeutic approaches to behaviour management is highly desireable.
• DBS on the Update Service OR willingness to obtain.
• x2 satisfactory professional references