Behavior Mentor

Behaviour Mentor - Bradford - £15.94phr inc holiday pay

Are you a passionate and dedicated individual with a strong commitment to supporting young people's well-being and academic journey? Do you thrive in a dynamic school environment and possess the skills to positively impact student behaviour and attitudes to learning? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are delighted to be partnering with a welcoming school in Bradford to recruit a talented and compassionate Behaviour Mentor to join their supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable learners and contribute to a positive school culture.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a crucial role in:

• Providing comprehensive support for pupils' well-being and fostering positive attitudes to learning, with a specific focus on vulnerable learners.
• Assisting in the early identification of vulnerable pupils, assessing safeguarding risks, and delivering effective preventative interventions in collaboration with colleagues and external professionals or agencies.
• Applying a range of intervention strategies to support both pupils and staff, ensuring appropriate follow-up actions are taken.
• Attending relevant Multi-Agency Meetings (e.g., TAC) as required by the school calendar, sharing your expertise and offering support to colleagues.
• Making first response and welfare calls, actively promoting excellent attendance and punctuality through dedicated work with pupils and their families.
• Collaborating closely with colleagues, providing accurate and constructive feedback to contribute to effective lesson planning and supporting holistic pupil pastoral care.

What we're looking for:

• Essential: GCSE in English & Maths at Grade C or above (or equivalent).
• Essential: Ability to commute to Bradford on a daily basis.
• Proven experience working with children, particularly those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• A relevant Childcare or Social Care qualification would be a significant advantage.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people's development and well-being.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and de-escalation skills.
• A proactive and resilient approach to challenging situations.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Working Hours & Details:

• This is a term-time only position.
• Working hours are 6.5 hours per day, typically between 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
• This a temporary role and could lead to permanent for the right candidate

Safeguarding:

• An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required for this role.
• Bonus Point! If you currently hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, this will significantly fast-track your application process.

Ready to make a positive impact?

If you are a dedicated and empathetic individual who meets the above criteria, and you are interested in this Behaviour Mentor role we encourage you to apply today! Join a school in Bradford committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Apply now by submitting your CV!

Job ID: BG112 / INDTEACHING

Location: Bradford

Job Title: Behaviour Mentor

Consultant: Beckie

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.