The biggest wins in this role won't appear on a report card.
They'll be the moment a pupil chooses to stay in class, asks for help instead of walking away, or starts believing they can succeed. As a Behaviour Mentor, you'll be the consistent person who helps make those moments happen.
A specialist SEND school in Coventry is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Mentor to provide 1:1 support for a pupil who needs additional behavioural and emotional guidance. This is an opportunity to become a trusted adult, helping a young person overcome barriers to learning while building the confidence and resilience they'll carry far beyond the classroom.
What you'll be doing
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day.
- Helping pupils regulate emotions and develop positive behaviours.
- Supporting learning in the classroom alongside teachers and teaching assistants.
- Encouraging confidence, independence, and engagement.
- Working collaboratively with the wider SEND team to achieve the best outcomes for every pupil.
- Providing personal care where required.
We're looking for someone who...
- Has experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
- Builds positive relationships through patience, empathy, and consistency.
- Remains calm under pressure and is confident using behaviour support strategies.
- Believes every child deserves the opportunity to succeed.
- Holds a DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.
Why you'll love this role
You'll be joining a school where relationships are at the heart of everything they do. Every member of staff works together to help pupils feel safe, valued, and ready to learn, celebrating every step of progress along the way. If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely change a child's educational journey, this is it.
Why Milestone?
Milestone Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our HR and Safeguarding team will support you every step of the way.
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Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Are you a UK or overseas candidate?
- Do you currently have the right to work in the UK?
- Do you have a DBS registered on the Update Service?
- Do you have a work reference from the last two years?
- Which best describes the role you are looking for? (Teacher, Cover, Support, SEND)
Work Location: In person
