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Behaviour Mentor

Location: Coventry (CV1 2SF)

Pay: £395-£430 (Weekly Take Home after Tax and NI)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have experience working with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and challenging behaviour? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to work across Key Stage 2 (ages 6-11) in a supportive and inclusive school in Coventry. You will play a vital role in providing tailored support and mentoring to children with ASD, SEMH needs, and challenging behaviour, helping them develop social skills, emotional resilience, and positive learning behaviours.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group mentoring to children with behavioural and emotional needs.
Support pupils in managing emotions, developing coping strategies, and improving engagement in learning.
Work closely with teachers and SENCO to implement behaviour support plans.
Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to support pupils effectively.
Build strong relationships with pupils, acting as a trusted role model and mentor.
Liaise with parents, carers, and external professionals to ensure consistent support.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment.Candidate Requirements

Previous experience working with children aged 6-11 with ASD, SEMH needs, and challenging behaviour.
A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
Experience using de-escalation techniques and behaviour management strategies.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A valid DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).About the School

Warm and welcoming Primary School
Great transport links & on-site parking
Well Equipped SEND Provision
Passionate and supportive SENCO & Team
Renowned for inclusive approach towards educationNext Steps - Our 5-Step Process

Apply online with your CV.
Initial telephone call with Jasmine to discuss your experience.
School visit and interview with the leadership team.
Compliance and reference checks.
Start your rewarding new role!All applicants need a valid DBS and two references for a trial day. If this role isn't suitable, please contact Jasmine at Long Term Futures to discuss your ideal job role. These are some of the job roles you could apply for with Long Term Futures:

SEN Teaching Assistant, SEN Classroom Assistant, SEN Support Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, One to One Teaching Assistant, Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant, Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant, Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant Special Needs, Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant, Special Needs Teaching Assistant, 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant.

This role is commutable from Bedworth, Brownshill Green, eastern Green, Kenilworth, Royal Leamington Spa, Shilton, Wolvey, Bramcote (within 1 hour - public transport) + Rugby, Lutterworth, Hinckley, Atherstone, Kingsbury, Fazeley, Erdington, Birmingham City Centre, Chelmsley Wood, Solihull, Southam and Warwick (within 30 minutes - driving)