Aspire People
Active Vacancy
Behaviour Mentor
- Posted on
- 13 October 2026 (2 days ago)
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Closing Date
- 12 November 2026
- Job Reference
- 225717995
About this role
This Behaviour Mentor role is based in Hulme, South Manchester, at a large primary school seeking to support students across Key Stages 1 and 2 who are at risk of exclusion or disengagement. Working closely with the pastoral and SEND teams, the postholder will provide targeted mentoring for students with behavioural and emotional needs, lead small intervention groups and structured restorative sessions, and supervise pupils in the school's internal isolation or reflection unit when required. The role also involves liaising with parents, carers and pastoral leaders, and tracking and reporting on pupil engagement and progress. Pay ranges from £110 to £120 per day.
Job Description
Behaviour Mentor - Hulme, South Manchester
Location: South Manchester
Start Date: November 2026
Contract Type: Full-time (Monday to Friday, term-time only)
Pay Range: £110 - £120 per day
School Context:
This large primary school in South Manchester is seeking a Behaviour Mentor to support students across Key Stages 1 and 2 who are at risk of exclusion or disengagement. The school prioritises inclusion and runs several intervention programmes aimed at supporting students' social, emotional and behavioural development.
Position Overview:
The Behaviour Mentor will work closely with the pastoral and SEND teams to reduce disruption and improve pupil conduct. The role involves in-class support, small group work and mentoring sessions outside the classroom, often with vulnerable or high-need students.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide targeted mentoring for students with behavioural and emotional needs
* Lead small intervention groups and structured restorative sessions
* Supervise pupils in the school's internal isolation or reflection unit when required
* Liaise with parents/carers and pastoral leaders to ensure a joined-up approach
* Track and report on pupil engagement and progress
Who We're Looking For:
* Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth services or mental health settings
* Confidence in de-escalation, setting clear boundaries, and promoting positive behaviour
* Understanding of behaviour management techniques and safeguarding procedures
* Committed to supporting long-term student progress, not just short-term compliance
* Resilient, patient and able to remain calm under pressure
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Location: South Manchester
Start Date: November 2026
Contract Type: Full-time (Monday to Friday, term-time only)
Pay Range: £110 - £120 per day
School Context:
This large primary school in South Manchester is seeking a Behaviour Mentor to support students across Key Stages 1 and 2 who are at risk of exclusion or disengagement. The school prioritises inclusion and runs several intervention programmes aimed at supporting students' social, emotional and behavioural development.
Position Overview:
The Behaviour Mentor will work closely with the pastoral and SEND teams to reduce disruption and improve pupil conduct. The role involves in-class support, small group work and mentoring sessions outside the classroom, often with vulnerable or high-need students.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide targeted mentoring for students with behavioural and emotional needs
* Lead small intervention groups and structured restorative sessions
* Supervise pupils in the school's internal isolation or reflection unit when required
* Liaise with parents/carers and pastoral leaders to ensure a joined-up approach
* Track and report on pupil engagement and progress
Who We're Looking For:
* Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth services or mental health settings
* Confidence in de-escalation, setting clear boundaries, and promoting positive behaviour
* Understanding of behaviour management techniques and safeguarding procedures
* Committed to supporting long-term student progress, not just short-term compliance
* Resilient, patient and able to remain calm under pressure
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.