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Behaviour Mentor

Job Title: Behaviour Mentor (SEMH)
Area: Oldham, Greater Manchester
Start Date: April 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only
Salary: £110.00 -£120.00 per day
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the School

Are you someone who remains composed under pressure, shows genuine empathy, and is driven to support young people facing Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges?

An inclusive specialist provision in Oldham is looking to welcome a Behaviour Support Worker to its dedicated team. In this role, you'll work closely with pupils who benefit from consistent routines, positive role modelling, and individualised support strategies.

This position offers a real opportunity to have a lasting impact, guiding students as they build self-confidence, develop coping strategies, and make meaningful progress both personally and academically.

SEMH Behaviour Support Worker - Key Responsibilities

Deliver one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
Work closely with the class teacher to support learning activities, behaviour management, and targeted interventions
Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and resilience throughout the school day
Support the monitoring of pupil progress and maintain clear communication with staff and families SEMH Behaviour Support Worker - Person Specification

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs (education, care, or youth settings)
A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to behaviour support
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
A sound understanding of SEMH and SEND strategies
A relevant qualification in education, care, or support is advantageous but not essential SEMH Behaviour Support Worker - To Be Eligible You Must:

Hold the Right to Work in the UK
Have an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply)
Be able to provide two professional references (child-related preferred) Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Safeguarding and child protection are at the heart of everything we do - all candidates must undergo the relevant vetting checks before starting work.

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Location:
Oldham
Salary:
£105 - £120 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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