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Are you looking to take on a Behaviour Mentor Position?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Inclusion Team as our new Behaviour Mentor. You will be delivering the best support to our pupils, addressing the needs of children who require our help and support to remove barriers to their opportunities for success in school.
The Behaviour Mentor will be classroom based as well as working with children on a one-to-one basis or in small or large groups.
Key responsibilities
· To oversee the provision for pupils with SEMH needs across the school.
· To work closely with the Inclusion Team to put provisions in place for named students regularly assessing students' needs and progress.
· To pro-actively assess children and plan targeted intervention to meet their need
· To support teachers and support staff with strategies to meet the needs of pupils in class
· To respond to any behaviour calls and de-escalate any situations that may arise
· To work with parents and carers to develop strategies to effectively meet their children's needs and help them achieve in school
· To develop relationships with external agencies and providers to implement provision when necessary.
· To be responsible for the afternoon Nurture Support Base.
By joining Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery you will have the opportunity to work with great colleagues, and to develop your career through our professional development programme.
Prince Avenue Academy & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders working in our schools will be considered to work in Regulated Activity and will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance all shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches that may include social media. For further information please contact HR@seeat.org
Information about the School
Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery is a two form entry primary school with a 52 place nursery. Occupying a large site close to the A127 with extensive grounds and facilities, we are part of the South East Essex Academy Trust (SEEAT).
Prince Avenue Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Appointments are subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS. All members of staff are required to complete a Childcare Disqualification Declaration.