Behaviour Support Worker in Taunton, Somerset

Behaviour Support Mentor - Primary School

Location: Taunton
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30 (Term Time Only)
Pay: £14.96 - £16.59 per hour (dependant on experience & pay type)

Prospero Teaching are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Mentor to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Taunton. This is a rewarding, full-time role supporting a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN) who presents challenging behaviour.

We are seeking someone patient, resilient, and confident in building strong, trusting relationships with children who require additional emotional and behavioural support.

The Role

• 1:1 support for a primary-aged pupil with SEN and behavioural needs
• Helping the pupil stay regulated, engaged, and ready to learn
• Implementing behaviour plans and personalised strategies
• Supporting emotional development through positive, trauma‑informed approaches
• Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Creating a safe, supportive environment that promotes inclusion and progress

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience supporting children with behavioural needs, SEN, SEMH, or similar
• A calm, nurturing, and patient approach
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• The ability to build rapport quickly and maintain consistent boundaries
• A genuine passion for helping children thrive
• An enhanced Child Workforce DBS (or willingness to apply)
• Right to Work in the UK

Why Join Prospero Teaching?

• Competitive hourly pay
• FREE, accredited training including safeguarding, behaviour support & SEN modules
• Dedicated Somerset based consultant support
• Temporary-to-permanent opportunities
• Weekly pay and flexible pay types (PAYE or Umbrella)

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If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.