Behaviour Support Mentor – Education Setting ⭐
Location: Carmarthenshire
Contract: Flexible Supply (Full-time/Part-time available)
Agency: Teaching Personnel
Are you passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential? Do you enjoy active, hands-on work and building positive relationships? Teaching Personnel are seeking enthusiastic Behaviour Support Mentors to work within Pupil Referral Units and other ALN Provisions.
About the Role
This is a dynamic and physical role, ideal for someone who thrives on variety. Your day may include:
Leading or supporting sports, outdoor learning and movement-based interventions
Engaging pupils through creative, practical and team-building activities
Providing classroom-based support, helping pupils regulate emotions and remain engaged in learning
Working 1:1 or with small groups to encourage positive behaviour, resilience and well-being
We are looking for individuals who can be proactive, calm, and confident when supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour.
Why Choose Supply with Teaching Personnel?
Working on supply offers a range of benefits, including:
Flexible working – choose the days that suit your lifestyle
Experience across multiple schools, age groups and settings
Access to ongoing CPD, including behaviour management, safeguarding and SEN training
A friendly, supportive personal consultant dedicated to your development
Opportunity to gain experience before committing to long-term roles or teacher training
Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, proudly supporting thousands of schools and staff each week.
Requirements
We would love to hear from you if you have:
Experience working with children, young people, or within a behavioural/SEN environment
Relevant qualifications (e.g., youth work, sports coaching, psychology, education or similar) – desirable but not essential
A full UK driving licence, as you may be required to travel between settings
A willingness or desire to speak Welsh, as bilingual skills are highly valued in many schools
Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with pupils
An understanding of the importance of safeguarding and professional boundaries
A positive, resilient and patient approach
All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable referencing.
How to Apply
If you’re ready for a rewarding role where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today to join Teaching Personnel and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.
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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