Behaviour Mentor - SEMH Unit

We're working with a mainstream secondary school that is looking to recruit a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join its specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) unit.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs or additional learning needs, who can build positive relationships and make a genuine difference to pupils' lives.

The Role:

• Provide dedicated support to pupils within the school's specialist SEMH unit.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced barriers to education.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management and social development.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions to improve engagement and wellbeing.
• Support pupils in accessing lessons and reintegrating into mainstream classrooms where appropriate.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO, pastoral teams and external professionals.
• Maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to individual support and behaviour plans.

We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working with young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour.
• Experience in a secondary school, PRU, alternative provision or specialist setting (desirable).
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• A calm, patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships and establish clear boundaries.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives.
• Work within a supportive mainstream secondary school environment.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities for professional development and further experience within SEMH and specialist education.
• Potential for a long-term placement for the right candidate.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.