Behaviour & Learning Mentor – Perfect for Psychology Graduates & Students
Location: Cardiff
Job Type: Part-Time / Full-Time / Term-Time Only
Ideal for: Psychology Graduates & Students
Are you passionate about mental health, education, and child development?
Do you want hands-on experience working with children and young people?
Are you studying psychology or recently graduated and looking to apply your skills in a real-world setting?
We want to hear from you!
About the Role:
We're looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated individuals to join our supportive school team. You’ll work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and pastoral leaders to support students' emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and learning.
This is an excellent opportunity to build experience for careers in:
Educational or Clinical Psychology
Counselling & Therapy
Teaching & SEN Support
Youth & Social Work
Your Role Will Include:
Providing 1:1 or small group support for students with emotional, behavioural or learning needs
Assisting in the implementation of behaviour support plans
Supporting students with focus, motivation, and emotional regulation
Helping create a positive, inclusive, and safe school environment
Working collaboratively with staff and parents to support pupil progress
What We’re Looking For:
Psychology degree or currently studying psychology (or related subject)
Interest in child development, mental health, or education
Excellent communication and empathy skills
Reliable, patient, and adaptable
Experience working with children is a bonus, but not essential – full training provided!
Why Join Us?
Valuable, real-world experience in education and mental health
Ongoing training and professional development
Supportive and friendly school environment
Opportunities to progress into permanent or specialist roles
Ideal placement or gap-year role for aspiring psychologists
Apply now to start your journey in Education!
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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