Behaviour Mentor - Year 5 Pupil
Primary School in Oxford
Full-time | Term-time only
Start: ASAP or September 2025
£90-£110 per day (depending on experience)
Are you a patient, empathetic and resilient individual with a passion for supporting children to thrive?
Dunbar Education is working in partnership with a warm and welcoming primary school in Oxford, who are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to provide 1:1 support for a child in Year 5. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the life of a pupil who needs consistent, calm, and confident support to fully engage with school life.
The Role:
Provide tailored 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil with behavioural and emotional needs
Work collaboratively with class teachers, the SENCo, and parents to implement strategies and monitor progress
Promote emotional regulation, self-esteem, and positive behaviour
Be a reliable, proactive, and compassionate adult role model
Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment
About You:
Experience working with children with SEMH needs, ideally within a school setting
Confident managing behaviour in a supportive and non-confrontational way
Able to build strong, trusting relationships quickly
Calm under pressure, consistent, and nurturing
Team player with excellent communication skills
Why Join This School?
Supportive and experienced leadership team
Inclusive ethos with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing
Opportunities for training and professional development
A genuine chance to make a difference to a child's educational journey
If you're passionate about helping children succeed and are looking for a new challenge in a friendly and forward-thinking primary school, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply or find out more, please contact:
Ricky Rose - Recruitment Consultant
(phone number removed)
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