Job description
1:1 Behaviour Mentor
Specialist School – Bolton
Full-Time | Immediate Start | £500-£550 per week
Are you confident supporting young people who present challenging behaviour?
Do you have the resilience and consistency needed to build trust with vulnerable pupils?
Would you like to kickstart a career in Support Work, Psychology, SEN Education or Therapy?
A specialist school in Bolton is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Behaviour Mentor to support a pupil requiring consistent behavioural and emotional guidance throughout the school day.
About this 1:1 Behaviour Mentor Role
As a 1:1 Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with a designated pupil who presents Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated behavioural challenges. Your primary focus will be building a strong, trusting relationship that enables the pupil to feel safe, regulated, and ready to engage in learning.
You will:
1. Provide consistent 1:1 behavioural and emotional support
2. Implement structured behaviour management strategies
3. Support de-escalation and emotional regulation techniques
4. Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral leads
5. Track progress and contribute to personalised support plans
The school offers small class sizes, a structured routine, and a supportive pastoral team, making it an excellent environment for candidates considering careers in psychology, youth work, social care, or alternative provision teaching.
What’s on Offer
6. £500-£550 per week
7. Immediate start
8. Long-term, full-time position
9. Specialist behaviour and safeguarding training
10. Valuable frontline SEMH experience
Ideal 1:1 Behaviour Mentor Candidate
11. Strong behaviour management skills
12. Calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent
13. Experience in SEMH, youth work, sports coaching, or care settings desirable
14. Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people
This is a highly rewarding role for someone committed to making a measurable difference in a young person’s educational journey. If you can see yourself as a resilient, compassionate and positive influence on the lives of learners with additional needs, this 1:1 Behaviour Mentor role is for you!
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