Job Description

Behaviour Mentor - 1:1 Support

Location: Rugby, CV21

Weekly Pay Rate: £500 - £525

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

Contract: Long Term to PermanentLong Term Futures are recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support across two year groups in a welcoming four-form entry junior school in Rugby, rated Good by Ofsted.

This full-time role involves supporting two pupils with SEMH needs across the school day. In the morning, you will support a Year 3 pupil with SEMH and Pathological Demand Avoidance, helping with emotional regulation and reintegration into the classroom. In the afternoon, you will work with a Year 5 pupil with SEMH needs, supporting behaviour, engagement and learning.

The school has a strong SEN team and supportive leadership, making it a great environment for a resilient teaching assistant who enjoys building positive relationships with pupils who need consistent support.

The Role

Provide 1:1 support across Year 3 and Year 5

Support a Year 3 pupil & Year 5 with SEMH and PDA, including classroom reintegration

Work both inside and outside the classroom

Assist in supporting children with Outdoor play & learning

Support learning tasks, emotional regulation and behaviour strategies

Build consistent, trusting relationships with pupils

Work closely with teachers and the SENCOThe Ideal Candidate

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or relevant experience)

Experience supporting SEMH or behavioural needs

Understanding of PDA strategies or trauma-informed approaches

Calm, resilient and confident in a 1:1 support role

Strong relationship-building and behaviour management skills

Team Teach or Behaviour training (Highly Desirable) Why Join Long Term Futures?

Long-term roles with permanent opportunities

Opportunities across Rugby, Coventry & surrounding areas

Support from a dedicated consultant

Online timesheets and out-of-hours supportOur 5-Step Process

Apply - Send us your CV

Initial Call - Discuss your experience and preferences

Compliance - Quick checks

Trial Day - Meet the school

Start Work - Begin your new roleLong Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references