Job Description

Behaviour Support Mentor - Primary School (Chard)

Location: Chard

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30 (Term Time Only)

Pay: £14.96 - £16.59 per hour (dependant on experience & pay type)

Prospero Teaching are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Mentor to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Chard. This is a rewarding, full-time role supporting a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN) who presents challenging behaviour.

We are seeking someone patient, resilient, and confident in building strong, trusting relationships with children who require additional emotional and behavioural support.

The Role

1:1 support for a primary-aged pupil with SEN and behavioural needs

Helping the pupil stay regulated, engaged, and ready to learn

Implementing behaviour plans and personalised strategies

Supporting emotional development through positive, trauma‑informed approaches

Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals

Creating a safe, supportive environment that promotes inclusion and progressThe Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience supporting children with behavioural needs, SEN, SEMH, or similar

A calm, nurturing, and patient approach

Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills

The ability to build rapport quickly and maintain consistent boundaries

A genuine passion for helping children thrive

An enhanced Child Workforce DBS (or willingness to apply)

Right to Work in the UKWhy Join Prospero Teaching?

Competitive hourly pay

FREE, accredited training including safeguarding, behaviour support & SEN modules

Dedicated Somerset based consultant support

Temporary-to-permanent opportunities

Weekly pay and flexible pay types (PAYE or Umbrella)Apply Now

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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