Behaviour Mentor – Primary & Nursery School (Beaumont Leys, Leicester)
Location: Beaumont Leys, Leicester
Job Title: Behaviour Mentor – Primary & Nursery
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: Immediate or next academic term
School Overview
This Primary and Nursery School in Beaumont Leys is known for its welcoming, inclusive, and nurturing environment. Serving a diverse Leicester community, the school focuses on supporting emotional wellbeing, social development, and early intervention alongside academic learning.
The school leadership recognises that early behavioural challenges can impact learning and long-term development. Through its strong pastoral systems, SEND provision, and dedicated behaviour mentoring, the school actively supports pupils with SEMH needs, ASD, ADHD, and attachment-related behaviours.
With increasing demand for targeted behavioural support, the school is seeking a skilled Behaviour Mentor to join its pastoral and SEND team, supporting pupils in Nursery, Reception, and Key Stage 1.
Role Purpose
The Behaviour Mentor will work with pupils experiencing difficulties with behaviour, emotional regulation, and social interaction. You will provide consistent support in classrooms, small group sessions, and unstructured periods, helping pupils develop resilience, confidence, and positive social behaviours.
You will work closely with teachers, EYFS staff, SENCO, and parents to ensure consistent strategies are applied across the school.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 behavioural and emotional support to pupils
Lead small group interventions targeting social skills, emotional literacy, and self-regulation
Support children in Nursery, Reception, and Key Stage 1 classrooms
Assist pupils with transitions, routines, and coping strategies for daily activities
Support behaviour management during playtimes, lunchtimes, and other unstructured periods
Implement and monitor behaviour support plans
Employ restorative, play-based, and trauma-informed approaches
Model positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Observe, assess, and record pupil progress and behavioural outcomes
Contribute to planning, review meetings, and multi-agency support discussions
Build strong professional relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies
Work collaboratively with teachers, EYFS staff, SENCO, and pastoral teams
Uphold safeguarding and child protection policies
Promote a culture of inclusion, empathy, and mutual respect
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be patient, compassionate, and emotionally resilient. You will understand that challenging behaviour is a form of communication and respond consistently and empathetically.
You should demonstrate:
Experience in Primary, Nursery, or EYFS settings
Knowledge of SEND, SEMH, ADHD, ASD, and attachment-informed approaches
Confidence implementing behaviour interventions and monitoring outcomes
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Reflective practice and proactive problem-solving
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of pupils and staff
Relevant qualifications in childcare, education, psychology, or youth work are desirable.
Training and Professional Development
The school provides structured induction, supervision, and access to specialist CPD in behaviour management, SEMH, SEND, and early intervention. Behaviour Mentors have clear pathways to careers in teaching, SEN, or pastoral leadership.
What the School Offers
Inclusive, collaborative, and supportive environment
Experienced leadership and pastoral teams
High-quality CPD and specialist training
A meaningful role with measurable impact on pupils’ lives
Opportunities for long-term employment and career progression
Safeguarding
The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and safer recruitment procedures.