Behaviour Intervention Practitioner
Location: Stockport (SK5)
Pay: £95-£110 per day, depending on experience
Start Date: 23/02/2026
Are you a calm and caring individual with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
We are working with a welcoming and inclusive alternative provision in Stockport (SK5) seeking a SEMH Mentor to join their supportive teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils who need encouragement, stability, and guidance to thrive in their learning and development.
The school supports KS3 and KS4 pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, offering a nurturing, trauma-informed approach.
Behaviour Intervention Practitioner Role and Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and interventions tailored to individual needs
Promote positive routines, emotional regulation, and resilience throughout the school day
Contribute to progress tracking and communicate effectively with staff and familiesBehaviour Intervention Practitioner - What We're Looking For:
Experience working with children or young people with SEMH/behavioural needs (in school, care, or youth work)
A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to managing behaviour
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
An understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies
A relevant qualification in support, care, or education is desirable but not essentialBehaviour Intervention Practitioner - To Be Eligible You Must:
Hold the Right to Work in the UK
Have an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply)
Be able to provide two professional references (child-related preferred) Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Safeguarding and child protection are at the heart of everything we do - all candidates must undergo the relevant vetting checks before starting work.
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