Behaviour Mentor - Melksham

AcademicsMelkshamreedpublished 10/13/2026

Do you enjoy building positive relationships with young people? Are you interested in behaviour, mental health and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning?

A specialist school in Melksham is seeking a caring and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join its team full time. The school supports children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs and associated behaviour challenges.

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will:

  • Provide 1:1 and small-group mentoring.
  • Help pupils understand and manage their emotions.
  • Encourage positive behaviour and decision-making.
  • Build confidence, resilience and self-esteem.
  • Support pupils to engage with learning and school life.

This Behaviour Mentor role offers a rewarding opportunity to work closely with young people and understand the factors that can affect behaviour. You will use positive, restorative and supportive approaches while working alongside teachers and pastoral staff.

The Behaviour Mentor position would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Youth Worker or Psychology/Criminology Graduate. Previous behaviour experience is helpful, but the school is also keen to hear from people with strong interpersonal skills, patience and a genuine passion for supporting young people.

Key information:

  • Behaviour Mentor
  • Melksham
  • Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm
  • £90 to £105 per day
  • ASAP Start
  • Specialist SEN/SEMH setting

If you are interested in this Behaviour Mentor opportunity, upload your CV and apply today.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.