Job Description

Temporary Behaviour Mentor (SEMH Focus)

Are you a highly resilient and experienced Behaviour Mentor seeking an impactful temporary role this academic year? We are recruiting a dedicated specialist to join the pastoral team at a supportive secondary school in Burnley, Lancashire.

This role is vital for managing challenging behaviour and providing support to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs across Key Stages 3 and 4. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with experience in PRU, youth work, or alternative provision settings.

The Role: Supporting Challenging Behaviour

You will be the frontline support, providing stability, structure, and emotional guidance to students requiring intensive behavioural intervention.

  • In-Class De-escalation: Provide immediate, on-the-spot support within classrooms to manage and de-escalate disruptive behaviour, allowing learning to continue.

  • 1:1 Intervention: Lead targeted mentoring and emotional regulation sessions with identified pupils to improve their coping strategies and self-esteem.

  • Strategy Implementation: Confidently and calmly execute individual behaviour plans (IBPs) and risk assessments, ensuring a consistent, positive behaviour support approach.

  • Collaboration: Work closely with the SENCO, Pastoral Leads, and teaching staff, contributing detailed feedback on student progress and incidents.

  • Mentorship: Act as a reliable and positive role model, helping students with SEMH needs re-engage with the school community.

Essential Skills & Requirements

  • Experience: Significant, demonstrable experience working directly with young people (ages 11-16) who exhibit challenging behaviour and/or have SEMH needs (PRU, Alternative Provision, or specialist setting experience is highly valued).

  • Expertise: Proven ability in de-escalation techniques and positive behaviour management.

  • Resilience: Exceptional personal resilience and patience, with a calm and non-judgemental approach.

  • Availability: Must be available to start the temporary contract on November 3rd, 2025.

  • Compliance: A strong commitment to safeguarding and must hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS check registered to the Update Service.

Apply Now for an Immediate Start!

If you are an experienced behaviour specialist looking for an immediate and impactful temporary role in Burnley, please apply today.

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your specific experience in challenging behaviour support and your availability to start on November 3rd, 2025.