Behaviour Mentor

Job Description

A supportive Secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a Behaviour Mentor to work with pupils whose behaviour can impact their engagement with learning. You’ll support students who benefit from consistent relationships, clear boundaries, and calm guidance during challenging moments. Your role will involve providing 1:1 mentoring, supporting pupils following behavioural incidents, and helping them re-integrate into lessons positively. Some pupils may struggle with emotional regulation or impulsivity; others benefit from structured reflection and reassurance to reset and move forward. You’ll help pupils understand expectations while maintaining respect and trust. Working closely with pastoral leaders, teaching staff, and safeguarding teams, you’ll contribute to a relationship-led behaviour approach focused on long-term improvement rather than short-term compliance. This role suits someone steady, emotionally intelligent, and confident supporting young people through challenge. Provide behaviour-focused mentoring and support. Support pupils during and after challenging incidents. Facilitate calm reflection and reintegration into lessons. Work collaboratively with pastoral and teaching teams.

Desired Experience + Qualifications

• Experience supporting Secondary-aged pupils or young people.
• Calm, confident communication style.
• Ability to maintain clear boundaries with empathy.
• Strong safeguarding awareness and consistent practice.

About the School

Located in Birmingham (B23), this Secondary school holds a secure Ofsted Good rating and is recognised for its inclusive, restorative approach to behaviour and pupil wellbeing. Staff prioritise consistency, clear expectations, and strong relationships to help pupils remain engaged with education. The school has embedded behaviour frameworks supported by a dedicated pastoral team. Pupils are encouraged to reflect, repair, and re-engage with learning rather than feel excluded or labelled. Behaviour support is seen as part of learning, not separate from it. Leadership is approachable and committed to professional development, offering CPD in behaviour mentoring, de-escalation strategies, and inclusive practice. The environment is structured, respectful, and supportive — well suited to someone who values fairness, calm guidance, and meaningful impact.