Behaviour Support Mentor - Temp to perm.
| Job title: | Behaviour Support Mentor - Temp to perm. |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | Tameside |
| Industry: | Tuition Secondary SEN |
| Salary: | £425 - £495 per week + Depending on qualifications and experience |
| Reference: | KW290525_1748525913 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Kat@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Behaviour Support Mentor - Ideal for Youth Support/Prison Services BackgroundsLocation: PRU in Tameside, Greater Manchester | Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Agency: Aspire People
Are you experienced in supporting vulnerable young people in challenging environments such as youth services, prison/probation services, or residential care? Do you have the resilience, patience, and passion to make a lasting impact on the lives of children with additional needs?
Aspire People is working closely with a well-respected Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Tameside to recruit a Behaviour Support Mentor to work with children and young people at the first point of contact within the school. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to transition into education and support young people with complex needs in a structured, supportive setting.
About the Role:
You will be working with students aged 11-16 who may have:
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
- Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
- Explosive or challenging behaviours
- LAC (Looked After Children) backgrounds
- Histories of trauma or school exclusion
Your role will involve:
- Providing calm, consistent, and positive behaviour support
- Acting as a trusted adult and mentor, building strong, supportive relationships
- Supporting students in small groups or 1:1 both in and out of the classroom
- Helping de-escalate challenging situations and promote positive engagement with learning
We're Looking For:
- Experience in a relevant setting such as youth offending teams, probation services, care homes, or prison services
- Confidence in managing behaviours that challenge, with a compassionate and trauma-informed approach
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to form positive relationships with hard-to-reach young people
- A commitment to helping every student feel safe, valued, and understood
What the School Offers:
- A supportive and experienced team who understand the complexities of SEMH
- A structured environment with excellent training and guidance
- Free on-site parking and great transport links
- Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent roles within education
Why Aspire People?
As one of the leading education recruitment agencies in the North West, we are proud to match talented individuals with schools where they can thrive. We offer ongoing support, career advice, and a pathway into education for those coming from non-traditional backgrounds.
Ready for a New Challenge?
If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and believe you can offer stability, guidance and support, we want to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV or contact Aspire People at Kat@ aspirepeople. co .uk to find out more.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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