Trainee Behaviour Mentor
hace 27 días
Horsham
Trainee Positive Behaviour Mentor Required – School in Horsham An established independent specialist school in Horsham is seeking a committed and compassionate Positive Behaviour Mentor to join its dedicated team. The school provides a nurturing and therapeutic environment for children and young people, secondary aged, with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom have experienced trauma, attachment difficulties or disrupted educational journeys. Set in a peaceful rural location, the school offers pupils the opportunity to re-engage with learning through small classes, personalised support, and a focus on emotional wellbeing. Staff work collaboratively to create a sense of safety, belonging and achievement for every pupil. The successful candidate will join a passionate team, where positive relationships and consistent boundaries are at the heart of every interaction. This is a role for someone who thrives on making a difference and who believes in the potential of every child, no matter their background or previous experiences. Due to the rural location, candidates will need to be drivers, as the site is not accessible via public transport. The Role • Support a range of vulnerable pupils from Key Stage 2 to Key Stage 4, helping them access learning and develop positive behaviour strategies, • De-escalate challenging situations calmly and appropriately, using restorative approaches, • Implement effective behaviour management and emotional regulation techniques, • Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to build trust and engagement, • Provide regular feedback on pupil progress and wellbeing to staff and parents, • Full-time hours: 8.30am – 4.30pm, Monday to FridayThe Ideal Candidate, • Outgoing, patient and emotionally resilient, with a genuine desire to help young people overcome barriers, • Able to think on their feet and adapt to the needs of each pupil and situation, • Skilled in building rapport and maintaining professional boundaries, • Enthusiastic and proactive, with a positive attitude and strong teamwork skills, • Holds GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent Every member of staff plays a vital role in helping pupils build confidence, resilience and a sense of self-worth. The school’s ethos is founded on respect, empathy, and consistency, ensuring that all pupils are supported to achieve their best. Why choose Engage Education? • We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee, • You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance, • You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend! If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below - or get in touch with us directly. If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don’t be disheartened - you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role. All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided. By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with GDPR requirements. We look forward to hearing from you!