Behaviour Mentor

Behaviour Mentor

A Rewarding Opportunity to Support Young People

We're looking for a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to support children and young people across Wiltshire through personalised 1:1 mentoring.

Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you'll support learners who may be struggling to engage with education due to behavioural, social, emotional, or additional needs. Your role will be to build positive relationships, encourage engagement, develop confidence, and help young people overcome barriers that may be impacting their education and wellbeing.

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals who are confident, resilient, and passionate about helping vulnerable young people achieve positive outcomes.

• Location: Wiltshire
• Start Date: September
• Hours: Flexible
• Pay Rate: £25-£30 per hour
• Type: 1:1 Mentoring

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, including mentoring, teaching, tutoring, learning support, teaching assistant, youth work, or similar roles
• Experience supporting children and young people with behavioural needs is desirable
• Ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills
• Patient, adaptable, and resilient approach
• Confidence working independently in a 1:1 environment
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally within Wiltshire

Who You'll Support

You'll work with children and young people who may have:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• ADHD
• Anxiety and school avoidance
• EHCPs and additional educational needs
• Behavioural challenges impacting engagement with education

Every placement is different, requiring a flexible and relationship-led approach to help learners build trust, confidence, and positive routines.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working hours
• Competitive rates of £25-£30 per hour
• September start
• Long-term opportunities available
• Work alongside Local Authorities
• Meaningful 1:1 support with vulnerable young people
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact outside of mainstream education

Interested?

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