Behaviour Support Mentor

Job Title: Behaviour Support Mentor
Location: Lancing
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £110 – £130 per day
Key Stages: KS3 – KS4
Start Date: September Start

Overview:
Pink Tile Education is supporting a welcoming secondary school in Lancing in their search for a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Mentor to join their team in September. This is a full-time permanent position working across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The successful candidate will support students with SEMH and behavioural needs, helping them to re-engage positively with learning and school life.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support students 1:1 and in small groups with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students to encourage engagement and progress.
• De-escalate challenging situations using calm, consistent and professional strategies.
• Support students in reintegrating into mainstream lessons where appropriate.
• Work closely with pastoral, safeguarding, and SEN teams to support student needs.
• Promote positive behaviour strategies, routines, and emotional regulation.
• Support students in developing resilience, confidence, and social skills.
• Assist with monitoring student progress and provide feedback to staff where required.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Uphold school policies and safeguarding procedures at all times.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with young people with SEMH needs and/or challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Calm, resilient, and confident under pressure.
• Ability to build strong, positive relationships with students.
• Patient, empathetic, and consistent approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Must hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.

Job Details:

• Job Title: Behaviour Support Mentor
• Location: Lancing
• Working Pattern: Full Time
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: £110 – £130 per day
• Key Stages: KS3 – KS4
• Start Date: September Start

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying and joining our team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking school community.

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Pink Tile Education, our partner school, and candidates all share the expectation of “Best Fit, Every Time”—ensuring every placement has a positive and lasting impact.

The pay stated is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday entitlement.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant background checks, including an enhanced DBS.