Graduate Behaviour Mentor

Graduate Behaviour Mentor

October Start | Full-Time | £500-£650 per week | Crewe

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to begin a rewarding career in child psychology, behavioural mentoring or SEN teaching?

Are you looking to use your degree to make a real difference by supporting students with special educational needs to achieve outstanding outcomes?

KPI Education is working with an alternative provision school to appoint a Graduate Behaviour Mentor to support pupils in their learning.

The Role

You’ll be supporting students in small-group learning and one-to-one settings, working alongside qualified teachers and education professionals while developing valuable, first-hand classroom experience.

Excellent preparation for careers in:

• Educational Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Teaching
• SEN Education
• Youth Work
• Social Work
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Services

Key Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group behavioural support.
• Encourage positive behaviour, attendance and engagement.
• Support students in developing emotional regulation strategies.
• Assist teachers in creating a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Help de-escalate challenging situations calmly and effectively.
• Act as a positive role model for students.
• Monitor progress and contribute to behaviour support plans.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams.

About You

• A First or 2:1 degree in Psychology, Education Studies, Social Work, Health and Social Care or a related subject.
• Strong communication and confident interpersonal skills.
• A resilient, patient and proactive approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people in their education.
• A commitment to making a long-lasting, positive impact on pupils' lives.

Previous experience working with children and young people in a mentoring, tutoring or behavioural support setting would be advantageous.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will be subject to safeguarding procedures, including enhanced DBS checks.