Job Role: Behaviour Mentor
Location: Erdington
Duration: Full-Time, Ongoing
Start Date: September
Salary: £100-£120 Per Day
The School & Role:
Are you a passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant with experience dealing with challenging behavior and SEMH needs or a background working in a Alternative Provision and SEMH settings looking for your next exciting opportunity? We are currently recruiting a teaching assistant to support students in a classroom environment as well as someone who has experience dealing with challenging behaviour, to join a thriving all through school in Erdington .
The school is situated in a vibrant community and committed to providing outstanding education to students with challenging behavior. The school aims to provide a supportive, consistent educational environment for all students, promoting positive mental health alongside academic achievement. The school is also committed to creating an environment which enables a respectful, inclusive and caring ethos for all.
To apply, please contact Mckenzie at Balfor on 0121 260 0000 or e-mail your CV to [email protected].
Responsibilities:
As a Teaching Assistant, your role will include:
- Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils identified as having challenging behavior.
- Support students in managing emotions, building resilience, and developing appropriate social skills.
- Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons and resources to suit individual pupils.
- Implement and contribute to Individual Education Plans, Behavior Support Plans , and risk assessments.
- Encourage positive behavior and promote a calm, supportive classroom environment.
- Act as a key adult for pupils, building trusting relationships and offering consistent emotional support.
- Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and relevant professionals.
- Help manage challenging behaviour using appropriate de-escalation techniques and following the school’s behaviour policy.
- Work collaboratively with staff, families, and external professionals (e.g., CAMHS, social services).
Requirements:
- Experience – As an SEMH/PRU Teaching Assistant – Essential
- Strong Behavioural Management – Calm under pressure, supportive and consistent
- Adaptability & Resilience – Able to meet varied needs across different schools
- Excellent Communication – With pupils, staff, and families
What you’ll get in return:
You’ll receive a competitive daily rate along with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the education sector. We’ve proudly supported schools in the area for many years.
What to do next:
Click “Apply Now” to submit your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career.
About Balfor Recruitment:
Balfor Recruitment is an award-winning agency providing temporary contract, and permanent staffing to the public, private, and non-profit sectors. With over 20 years of experience, we supply specialists in:
· SEN Teachers and TA’s
· Primary and Secondary Teachers and Support Staff
· Nursery Nurses and Assistants
· FE Lecturers
· Note Takes and Academic Support Workers
· BSL Signers and Dyslexia Tutors
We are REC members. All candidates pay rates align with AWR, meaning qualified supply teachers can be paid to scale.
Balfor Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
We are committed to Safer Recruitment and all appointments are subject to vetting, including a DBS check.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £100.00-£120.00 per day
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Have you worked in a Alternative Provision or SEMH school in the UK?
- Do you have a full UK drivers license?
- Do you have a minimum of 6 months UK based experience working within challenging behaviors?
Work Location: In person
