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Graduate Behaviour Mentor
- Posted: 23-09-2025
- Category: SEN
- Location: Stockport
- Type: Full-time / Permanent
- Salary: £22000 - £25000 per annum
Location: Stockport
Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: Immediate / Flexible Start
Salary: Competitive – Based on experience
Kickstart Your Career in Psychology or Education – Join a Thriving SEN School in Stockport!
Are you a recent psychology graduate or someone with experience working with children or young people? Are you passionate about supporting students with behavioural needs and looking to gain hands-on experience in a school setting?
An excellent SEN secondary school in Stockport is looking for a Graduate Behaviour Mentor to support students with behavioural and additional needs, including ADHD, ASC, and SEMH. This is a fantastic stepping stone for a future career in education, mental health, therapy, or clinical psychology.
Graduate Behaviour Mentor – Role Overview:
- Support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 on a 1:1 and small group basis
- Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies
- Assist students with additional needs including autism (ASC), ADHD, and SEMH
- Provide academic, emotional and social development support
- Work collaboratively with SENCOs, teaching assistants, and external agencies
- Adapt to different classrooms, year groups, and learning styles as needed
Who We're Looking For:
- Degree in Psychology, Criminology, Education, or a related field (desirable)
- Experience working with children or young people, especially in a SEN, PRU or youth work setting
- Strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills
- A calm, proactive, and professional approach to behaviour management
- A passion for inclusive education and mental health support
- Full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential)
Why Choose Smile Education North West?
- Build valuable school-based experience for psychology, SEN, or teaching careers
- Long-term roles with real impact and development opportunities
- Access to CPD and training to support your professional growth
- Transparent and competitive daily pay, paid weekly
- Work with a dedicated consultant who understands your goals
- Join an award-winning and trusted education recruitment agency
How to Apply:
If you're ready to take the next step in your psychology or SEN career, click “Apply Now” or contact Joseph directly at joseph@smile-education.co.uk to discuss the role further.
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo thorough compliance checks, including Enhanced DBS, references, and right-to-work verification.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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