Behaviour & Wellbeing Mentor

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning, engagement and attendance.

We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with backgrounds in:

• Youth Work
• Children's Residential Care
• Family Support
• Mental Health Support
• Social Care
• Community Outreach
• Behaviour Intervention
• Sports Coaching and Mentoring
• Alternative Provision Settings

The Role

• Supporting students aged 11-16 with social, emotional and behavioural needs
• Building trusted relationships with vulnerable young people
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Working closely with pastoral and safeguarding teams
• Providing mentoring and one-to-one support
• Encouraging confidence, resilience and engagement in education
• Supporting students both inside and outside the classroom

We Are Looking For

• Experience supporting young people, either within or outside of education
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• A calm, resilient and nurturing approach
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and young people's mental health
• The ability to inspire confidence, self-esteem and positive outcomes
• A genuine passion for making a difference

What We Offer

• Full-time, long-term opportunity with potential for permanent employment
• Competitive daily pay of £95-£115 per day
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
• The chance to have a meaningful impact on young people's lives

Whether you've worked in schools, residential care, youth services, mental health support or community settings, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Ed at Veritas Education to discuss how your experience could help transform outcomes for young people across Middlesbrough.

ehyland@veritas-education.com

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.