Behaviour Mentor - Outstanding Secondary School in...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Behaviour Mentor to join one of Birmingham’s leading secondary schools as soon as possible. This is a full-time, permanent position within a high-achieving, inclusive and well-supported pastoral team.

• Behaviour Mentor required – full-time, permanent
• Outstanding 11–18 school in Birmingham
• Key role within the pastoral and behaviour support team
• ASAP start
• Ideal for graduates, experienced mentors or those considering teacher training

About the Role

The school is seeking a proactive and resilient Behaviour Mentor to support students across KS3–KS5 in maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement. You will work closely with Heads of Year, the SENCo and senior leaders to provide targeted intervention for pupils who require additional behavioural or emotional support.

The successful candidate will build strong, positive relationships with students, implement behaviour improvement strategies and support pupils both within lessons and through structured interventions outside the classroom. You will play a vital role in promoting a calm, purposeful learning environment across the school.

This role would particularly suit an individual considering a future career in teaching, pastoral leadership or educational psychology.

Experience and Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in an educational, youth work or mentoring capacity desirable
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to remain calm, consistent and professional in challenging situations
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing
• Legal right to work in the UK

School Information

This Outstanding secondary school in Birmingham is widely recognised for its strong leadership, high expectations and positive student behaviour. With approximately 1,400 students on roll, the school consistently achieves strong academic outcomes while maintaining an inclusive and supportive culture.

Pastoral & Inclusion Strengths

• Well-established pastoral structure
• Clear behaviour systems and intervention pathways
• Strong safeguarding and student support teams
• Effective parental engagement and external partnerships
• A culture built on respect, aspiration and accountability

Professional Development & Staff Benefits

The school places strong emphasis on staff development and wellbeing, offering:

• Ongoing CPD in behaviour management and safeguarding
• Clear progression routes into teaching or pastoral leadership
• A supportive mentoring programme
• A leadership team committed to innovation and workload balance

Staff work within a collaborative and professional environment where reflective practice and high expectations are actively encouraged.

Application – Behaviour Mentor

To be considered for this Behaviour Mentor role at an Outstanding school in Birmingham, starting as soon as possible, please submit your updated CV at your earliest convenience.