About the role:
Justteachers are looking for a full time dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join a forward-thinking SEMH school in Tameside to cover on a long term basis starting in September.
This specialist setting supports children aged 11–16 with a diverse range of SEMH needs.
The position is a long-term, temporary role starting in September and allowing the opportunity to make a meaningful impact from day one.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and carers about each pupil’s progress and overall well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small-group pastoral support for pupils with SEMH needs.
Build strong, trusting relationships that nurture emotional wellbeing.
Support pupils in developing emotional regulation, positive behaviour, and social skills.
Collaborate with teaching staff to implement personalised support strategies.
Assist with de-escalation and lead restorative conversations when needed.
Help maintain a calm, safe, and nurturing school environment for all learners.
Pre-requisites:
Proven experience working with children in a school or similar educational environment.
Strong background in supporting pupils with SEMH needs, as well as those with Autism and other additional learning or behavioural needs.
Ability to remain calm, patient, and grounded when responding to challenging behaviours or emotionally heightened situations.
A genuine commitment to promoting children’s emotional well‑being, learning progress, and overall development.
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Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.
Justteachers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the schools we support. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair and conducted on the basis of merit, qualifications and abilities, against objective criteria. Policies ensure fair treatment, encourage diverse representation, support flexible working, and foster an inclusive environment free from harassment, with compliance often mandated by employment legislation. There shall be no discrimination against candidates because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
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