Job Description

SEN and Behaviour MentorErdington, Birmingham£110-£125 per dayStart Date: ASAPContract: Full-Time, Long-Term, Temp-to-PermLong Term Futures is recruiting for a resilient and dedicated SEN and Behaviour Mentor to join a specialist SEN school in Erdington, Birmingham. This rewarding opportunity involves supporting students across KS3, KS4, and Post-16, all of whom have a diagnosis of Autism and/or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building positive relationships with young people, understands the challenges they face, and is committed to helping them engage with education in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.About the RoleWorking alongside teachers, the SENCo, therapists, and pastoral staff, you will provide targeted support to students throughout the school day. Your responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 and small group support for students with Autism and SEMH needs Supporting pupils to access learning within the classroom and during intervention sessions Using positive behaviour management strategies to de-escalate challenging situations Helping students regulate their emotions and re-engage with learning following periods of dysregulation Building positive, professional relationships that promote trust, confidence, and independence Implementing behaviour support plans and EHCP targets consistently Encouraging the development of social skills, emotional resilience, and positive learning behaviours Working collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals to provide consistent support Monitoring student progress and communicating updates to relevant members of staffIdeal Candidate Profile Experience supporting children or young people with Autism, SEMH, or additional learning needs Confident managing behaviours that may challenge using a calm and consistent approach Patient, resilient, and able to remain composed in demanding situations Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Able to set clear boundaries while maintaining a nurturing and supportive approach Committed to helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes Reliable, flexible, and looking for a long-term temp-to-perm opportunity Previous experience within education, youth work, residential care, or support work would be advantageousWhy Work with Long Term Futures? Long-term placements with a clear pathway to permanent employment Weekly pay through our streamlined digital payroll system Free CPD opportunities, including Behaviour Management, Autism Awareness, SEMH, and Positive Handling Dedicated consultant providing ongoing guidance and support throughout your placement Opportunity to develop your career within a specialist SEN settingTeaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, SEN, Autism, SEMH, SEND, Inclusion, Secondary School, Post-16, KS3, KS4, Birmingham, ErdingtonBrowse more opportunities at Next StepsApply today with your CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity. Successful applicants will be contacted by Elliott at Long Term Futures to discuss the role further and arrange a trial day.Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.