Trainee Behaviour Mentor needed in Harrogate

This school is small and intimate provision where children's emotional development is put at the forefront of what they do. The school is a secondary provision for vulnerable children who have Behavioural Needs. The school is looking for extra support when extra cover is needed, both pastoral and supporting various classes around the school.

There will be full online training provided to enable you to have the confidence to support children and with a therapeutic perspective in mind. You will also gain in-school training and support.

Your Role

• Supporting a range of vulnerable children between the ages of 11-16 years
• Be able to appropriately calm children down, be intuitive and think on your feet
• Working with other support staff to engage pupils in class and minimise disruption
• Be available - Full time - 8.15am - 4pm

The ideal candidate

• Nurturing and compassionate manor
• Enthusiastic and passionate about helping children reach their full potential
• You will be expected to think on your feet and be proactive, no day is the same in a Special School, so being prepared is vital.
• Ability to form excellent relationships and rapport with pupils

Why choose Engage Education?

• We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee
• You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!

How to apply

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below - or get in touch with us directly.

If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don’t be disheartened - you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role.

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

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We look forward to hearing from you!