Job description
Behaviour Support Mentor – Primary School (Bridgwater)
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30 (Term Time Only)
Pay: £ – £ per hour (dependant on experience & pay type)
Prospero Teaching are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Mentor to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Bridgwater. This is a rewarding, full-time role supporting a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN) who presents challenging behaviour.
We are seeking someone patient, resilient, and confident in building strong, trusting relationships with children who require additional emotional and behavioural support.
The Role
1. 1:1 support for a primary-aged pupil with SEN and behavioural needs
2. Helping the pupil stay regulated, engaged, and ready to learn
3. Implementing behaviour plans and personalised strategies
4. Supporting emotional development through positive, trauma‑informed approaches
5. Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
6. Creating a safe, supportive environment that promotes inclusion and progress
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
7. Experience supporting children with behavioural needs, SEN, SEMH, or similar
8. A calm, nurturing, and patient approach
9. Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
10. The ability to build rapport quickly and maintain consistent boundaries
11. A genuine passion for helping children thrive
12. An enhanced Child Workforce DBS (or willingness to apply)
13. Right to Work in the UK
Why Join Prospero Teaching?
14. Competitive hourly pay
15. FREE, accredited training including safeguarding, behaviour support & SEN modules
16. Dedicated Somerset based consultant support
17. Temporary-to-permanent opportunities
18. Weekly pay and flexible pay types (PAYE or Umbrella)