Behaviour Mentor

Do you have patience, empathy, a good sense of humour and a passion for helping young people succeed? We’re looking for a Behaviour Support Worker to join our team in an alternative provision based in Durham, supporting teenagers who face barriers to learning and may have had a difficult or disrupted experience of education. Our young people may not always find school easy. They may struggle with emotional regulation, engagement, relationships or trusting adults. We believe that with the right support, understanding and encouragement, every young person has the potential to make positive changes and achieve their goals. We’re looking for someone who can see beyond behaviour, build meaningful relationships and help our young people recognise their strengths and potential. What will the role involve? • Building positive, trusting relationships with teenagers who may have struggled in mainstream education. • Supporting young people to manage their emotions, behaviour and responses to challenging situations. • Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and engage positively with education. • Providing consistent boundaries, encouragement and positive role modelling. • Supporting students during lessons, activities and less structured parts of the day. • Helping young people develop confidence, resilience, independence and social skills. • Working closely with colleagues to...