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Behaviour Mentor – Primary Nursery School (Braunstone,Leicester)

Behaviour Mentor – Primary Nursery School (Braunstone,Leicester)

Marchant Recruitment • England, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description
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.
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