We're working with a specialist pupil referral provision in South Shields seeking Behaviour Mentors to join their dedicated team.

Supporting pupils across two sites, this provision focuses on helping young people overcome barriers to learning through positive relationships, consistency and tailored support.

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.

What you'll be doing

• Providing behavioural support to pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Building strong and trusting relationships with pupils
• Assisting pupils during lessons and structured activities
• Working closely with teaching and pastoral teams
• Recording progress and contributing to behaviour support plans

What we're looking for

• Experience supporting young people in education, care or community settings
• Excellent communication skills
• A calm and patient approach
• Confidence managing challenging situations professionally
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What you can expect from Protocol

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Ongoing support from a consultant who genuinely cares
• Free CPD and online training opportunities

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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