Job Description
Behaviour Mentor | Belper, DE56 | £450 - £500 Per Week (after deductions) | Long Term to Permanent | ASAP
LTF Recruitment are working in partnership with an outstanding-rated independent special school, providing day and residential education for children and young people aged 5-20 with High-Functioning Autism, Developmental Language Disorder, and related needs such as PDA, Selective Mutism, anxieties, and phobias. The school have one of the largest teams of speech & Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists in the UK.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 and small-group behavioural and emotional regulation interventions, focusing primarily on KS3 pupils.
* Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and SEN staff to embed positive behaviour strategies across learning environments.
* Build trusting, empathetic relationships with students, understanding and responding to their needs with structure and sensitivity.
* Apply adaptive strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours, enabling engagement and progression.
* Develop, monitor, and review individual behaviour improvement plans, coordinating with pastoral leads and parents where necessary.
Key Qualifications & Personal Attributes:
* Experience supporting KS3 students with SEN and behavioural needs, ideally within special education, residential, or therapeutic school settings.
* Minimum Level 3 qualification in Education, Psychology, Health and Social Care, SEN, Behaviour Support, or related field (desirable).
* Naturally patient, resilient, and empathetic, with a calm, consistent approach.
* Excellent communication & de-escalation skills. Confident liaising with senior leaders, therapists, parents, and external professionals.
Why Choose Long Term Futures?
* Competitive pay rates up to £500 per week (after deductions).
* Access to sector-leading CPD and training, particularly in secondary/KS3 support techniques.
* Full consultant support during placement, from application to induction and beyond.
* Clearly defined career progression pathways, including permanent positions for successful placements.
* Opportunity to make a meaningful, long-lasting difference in the lives of exceptionally diverse young people.
This is a challenging yet highly rewarding role, perfect for someone passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people. If you have the dedication and creativity to engage and support students with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you!
Interviews and trial days are already underway. To apply, submit your CV via the application page or contact Jimmy at LTF Recruitment directly.