Job Overview:
Aspire People is looking for a compassionate and proactive Behavior Mentor to join a supportive secondary school environment. This role is ideal for individuals experienced in working with young people who may display challenging behaviors, aiming to create a positive school experience and support students' social, emotional, and academic development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored support to students exhibiting challenging behaviors, fostering a positive attitude towards learning and school.
- Develop and implement individualized behavior support plans in collaboration with teachers, counselors, and other support staff.
- Mentor students on a one-on-one or small group basis, helping them set personal goals, build self-esteem, and develop positive coping strategies.
- Assist teachers in managing classroom behavior by implementing proactive techniques and addressing disruptive behaviors.
- Encourage positive relationships among students, promoting respect, cooperation, and empathy in all interactions.
- Work closely with parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure comprehensive support for students' needs.
- Record and monitor students' progress, regularly assessing the effectiveness of interventions and adapting strategies as necessary.
Requirements:
- Proven experience working with secondary school students, particularly those with behavioral challenges, in an educational, youth work, or mentoring role.
- Strong understanding of behavior management techniques and de-escalation strategies.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
- Relevant qualifications in education, youth work, or counseling are highly desirable.
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and experience working with students with special educational needs (SEN) or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges is beneficial.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' lives within a supportive secondary school environment.
- Access to professional development and ongoing support through Aspire People.
- Competitive pay, reflective of experience and qualifications.
Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
If you're passionate about making a difference and helping students thrive, apply now to join a team focused on educational excellence and student well-being!
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.