Inclusion Mentor/Behaviour Support

Salary: Competitive day rate based on Pro Rata
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, term-time only (8.00am–4.00pm)
Start date: As soon as possible
Location: West Sussex (11–18 secondary school)

An ambitious and inclusive secondary school on the south coast of West Sussex is seeking to appoint a confident, enthusiastic and resilient Inclusion Mentor to support students facing barriers to learning and engagement.

This role is based within a School Provision, working as part of a committed and experienced team. You will support vulnerable and sometimes challenging students, helping them to re-engage with learning, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.

The Role

As an Inclusion Mentor, you will:

• Support students at risk of exclusion to overcome barriers to learning
• Work with individuals and small groups to improve behaviour, self-esteem and engagement
• Deliver and support structured interventions, including literacy and numeracy
• Help students develop independence, resilience and positive learning behaviours
• Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, parents/carers and external agencies
• Promote student wellbeing, inclusion and safeguarding at all times

The Ideal Candidate

You will be:

• Calm, patient and consistent, with the ability to build strong relationships with young people
• Confident in managing behaviour and supporting students in challenging circumstances
• A strong communicator who works well as part of a team and independently
• Passionate about inclusion and committed to helping every young person succeed

Essential requirements:

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths
• Ability to work positively with children and young people
• DBS on the Update Service 
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Experience working in a school or with young people
• Experience supporting students with social, emotional or behavioural needs
• Relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and generous pension scheme
• Excellent professional development and training opportunities
• Additional planning and INSET days
• A supportive, values-led culture focused on inclusion and wellbeing
• Access to a wide range of staff benefits, including health and wellbeing support