Behaviour Support Mentor

 
Behaviour Support Mentor – Hastings Area
Location: Hastings AreaPay: From £14.25 per hour (dependent on experience)Hours: Full-Time | Monday to Friday | School HoursContract: Long-Term Temporary with the Opportunity to Go PermanentTerm Time OnlyStart Date: September 2026 (or sooner)
Join a School Where Every Day Makes a Difference
We are looking for a compassionate and resilient Behaviour Support Mentor to join a welcoming specialist school in the Hastings area. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people who need additional guidance to manage their behaviour, regulate their emotions, and engage positively with education.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships and wants to have a lasting impact on pupils’ confidence, wellbeing, and future success.
Your Responsibilities
As a Behaviour Support Mentor in the Hastings area, you will:

Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups throughout the school day.
Encourage positive behaviour through patience, consistency, and encouragement.
Help pupils develop emotional regulation, resilience, and social skills.
Work alongside teachers and pastoral teams to create personalised support strategies.
Assist students in accessing learning and remaining engaged in lessons.
Respond calmly and confidently to challenging situations using positive behaviour techniques.
Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
Record observations and contribute to pupil progress reviews where required.

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is:

Patient, understanding, and emotionally resilient.
A confident communicator with excellent relationship-building skills.
Passionate about helping young people reach their potential.
Adaptable, proactive, and able to think on their feet.
Positive, reliable, and committed to supporting vulnerable learners.
Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.

Transferable Experience Welcome
Previous school experience is beneficial but not essential. We’d love to hear from applicants with backgrounds in:

Youth or Community Work
Residential Childcare
Children’s Residential Services
Care and Support Work
Sports Coaching
Mental Health or Wellbeing Support
Family Support Services
Foster Care
Social Care
Security or Emergency Services
Armed Forces
Teaching Assistance
Psychology, Criminology or Social Work Graduates
Counselling or Therapeutic Support
Outreach or Mentoring Roles

Essential Requirements

A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
Right to work in the UK.
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Apply?

Competitive pay from £14.25 per hour, with higher rates available depending on experience.
Full-time, long-term opportunity in the Hastings area.
School hours and term-time-only working.
Opportunity to secure a permanent position.
Access to free CPD and safeguarding training.
Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
A rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference every day.

If you’re looking for a fulfilling Behaviour Support Mentor role in the Hastings area and are ready to inspire, motivate, and support young people to thrive, we’d love to hear from you.