Behaviour Mentor - Primary & Nursery School (Braunstone,...

Location: Braunstone, Leicester
Job Title: Behaviour Mentor – Primary & Nursery
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start Date: Immediate or next academic term

School Overview

This well-established Primary and Nursery School in Braunstone is recognised for its inclusive ethos and strong pastoral support. The school serves a culturally and socially diverse community and prioritises emotional wellbeing alongside academic development.

The school leadership understands that early behaviour challenges often reflect unmet social, emotional, or developmental needs. With increasing demand for targeted behavioural support, the school is seeking a committed and compassionate Behaviour Mentor to support pupils in Nursery, Reception, and Key Stage 1.

Role Purpose

The Behaviour Mentor will provide specialist support to pupils who struggle with behaviour management, emotional regulation, or social interaction. Pupils may present with SEMH needs, ASD, ADHD, attachment difficulties, or developmental delays affecting their engagement in school life.

You will provide consistent support, acting as a trusted adult both in classrooms and during small group interventions. The role focuses on helping children build resilience, self-confidence, and positive social skills while supporting teachers and parents with behaviour strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 behavioural and emotional support to children

• Facilitate small group programmes targeting emotional literacy, social skills, and self-regulation

• Support children across Nursery, Reception, and Key Stage 1 classrooms

• Assist pupils with transitions, routines, and coping with change

• Support behaviour management during playtimes, lunchtimes, and unstructured periods

• Implement and monitor behaviour support plans

• Use restorative, play-based, and trauma-informed strategies

• Observe, record, and track pupil progress and responses to interventions

• Work collaboratively with teachers, EYFS staff, SENCO, and pastoral teams

• Build effective and professional relationships with parents and carers

• Contribute to planning, review meetings, and multi-agency discussions

• Support safeguarding and child protection policies

• Promote a school culture of empathy, inclusion, and respect

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be empathetic, patient, and resilient, with a strong commitment to supporting young children. You will understand that challenging behaviour is communication and respond with consistent, structured strategies.

You should have:

• Experience working in Primary, Nursery, or EYFS environments

• Knowledge of SEND, SEMH, attachment difficulties, ASD, or ADHD

• Confidence implementing behaviour interventions and monitoring impact

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills

• Emotional resilience and reflective practice

• Flexibility and proactive approach

Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, psychology, youth work, or mental health are desirable.

Training and Development

The school provides structured induction, supervision, and access to CPD, including behaviour management, SEMH, SEND, and trauma-informed practice. This role offers clear progression pathways into teaching, SEN, or pastoral leadership.

What the School Offers

• Inclusive and supportive working environment

• Experienced leadership and pastoral teams

• High-quality CPD and specialist training opportunities

• A role with meaningful impact on pupils’ lives

• Long-term career development and permanent employment opportunities

Safeguarding

The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Enhanced DBS checks, references, and safer recruitment practices are required for all staff.