Behaviour Mentor – Special School (Coventry)
Are you a sports graduate or sports coach looking to build a career in education?
Are you passionate about supporting and inspiring young people with additional needs?
Are you considering a future PGCE and a career as a Physical Education teacher?
Teaching Personnel are currently working with a special school in Coventry that supports students with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We are seeking enthusiastic and resilient individuals with a sporting background to work as full-time Behaviour Mentors / Teaching Assistants (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm).
This rewarding role involves working closely with students aged 11–16, often on a 1:1 basis, supporting their learning, emotional development, and behaviour. The school is looking for proactive team players who can build strong relationships, promote engagement, and help pupils make positive life choices.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing into teacher training or a long-term career in education or youth support.
Key Responsibilities:
Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
Providing 1:1 support for students with additional needs
Helping to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner
Acting as a positive role model to encourage confidence, resilience, and positive choices
Assisting with the preparation and organisation of classroom resources
Using your enthusiasm and sporting background to promote participation and engagement
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Have a background in sports, coaching, or youth work
Be passionate about working with vulnerable young people
Have experience (or a strong interest) in supporting students with SEN/SEMH needs
Be patient, resilient, and able to build strong relationships
Ideally have some recent experience in a school or similar setting
If your are interested in this role, please apply by attaching a copy of your CV.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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