Behaviour and Attendance Mentor Location: Bury Contract: Fixed-term (maternity cover) - Term time only, 37 hours per week Start Date: ASAP Salary Range: £23,500 - £26,000 (Actual annual salary) About the Role Aspire People is seeking a dedicated Behaviour and Attendance Mentor to join a dynamic educational setting on a fixed-term basis covering maternity leave. This role plays a pivotal part in supporting young people with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities - Support and supervise pupils who may present with challenging behaviour or SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs. - Deliver targeted attendance interventions to support students with persistent or serious absenteeism. - Facilitate restorative practice sessions and maintain the reflection or reset room. - Contribute to behaviour and safeguarding investigations where needed. - Collaborate effectively with staff, families, and external agencies to support student wellbeing and academic progress. What We're Looking For - A passionate, professional, and motivated individual who thrives in a supportive, child-centred environment. - Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to form positive and empathetic relationships with students and colleagues. - Flexible, resilient, and able to work independently under pressure or to deadlines. - Committed to upholding and modelling high standards of behaviour and professionalism. What's on Offer - Access to professional development and CPD opportunities. - Clear pathways for career progression within educational support roles. - A supportive working environment that prioritises staff wellbeing. - Competitive hourly pay converted into a pro rata annual salary. - Placement through Aspire People, a trusted education recruitment partner-ensuring safeguarding checks are handled professionally and promptly. Safeguarding Statement Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expects all applicants to share this commitment. All placements are subject to an enhanced DBS check and thorough employment screening. How to Apply If you're dedicated to making a meaningful difference in young people's lives and meet the criteria above, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Kat to arrange a confidential discussion or to submit your application: Kat @aspirepeople .co .uk O794O 8OO 589 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