Behaviour and Inclusion Mentor

The Headteacher and Governing Body are wishing to appoint a proactive and compassionate Behaviour and Inclusion Mentor to join our dedicated SEN Department. Countesthorpe Academy is a popular and expanding 11-19 school, within the LiFE Multi-Academy Trust, which is increasingly the school of choice for parents in the area. You will have the desire to ensure that our core values of 'being the best you can be' is fulfilled.

We have high expectations of all our staff, which makes our school an exciting and progressive environment in which to work. The SEN Department is forward thinking and extremely supportive of each other, working collaboratively to secure high standards. We are passionate in our goal of ensuring that our students get every opportunity to be the best they can possibly be., Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if suitable candidates are found.

Job Role

We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Behaviour and Inclusion Mentor.

Core Purpose

Behaviour and Inclusion mentoring is a proactive, student-centered support process designed to motivate and guide young people to overcome social, emotional, and behavioural barriers to learning. Focused heavily on early intervention, the role helps students develop vital self-regulation skills, accountability, and personal resilience to prevent exclusions and reduce underachievement.

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated, compassionate, and resilient member of support staff to act as a bridge between academic and pastoral teams. The successful candidate will provide structured guidance and "Appropriate Provision" for learners within Countesthorpe Academy, empowering them to engage positively, flourish in their lessons, and achieve their full potential.

Requirements

To carry out the assigned professional duties in accordance with and subject to the provisions of the Education Acts.

To adhere to any relevant Orders and Regulations including the most recent School Pay Policy.

To adhere to any rules, regulations, policies laid down by the Governing Board.

To carry out any duties required by the Headteacher.

Accountability/Responsible to:

Assistant Headteachers / Behaviour and Inclusion Manager / SLT Link

Key Relationships/Liaison with:

Extended Leadership Team, SENDCO, Pastoral Heads of Year (HOY), Behaviour Support Team, Learning Support Department, Class Teachers, Parents/Carers, and Representatives of External Support Agencies.

Objectives:-

The Behaviour and Inclusion Mentor will:

Pastoral Support & Interventions

Support and motivate students to develop their social and emotional skills, helping them engage positively and successfully with school life.

Provide targeted 1:1 or small group mentoring to help underachieving or vulnerable students overcome behavioural barriers and raise their personal aspirations.

Work collaboratively alongside colleagues to lead, manage, and monitor internal reflection or inclusion spaces, ensuring they remain calm, productive, and purposeful.

Respond efficiently and constructively to on-call requests, providing dynamic de-escalation when students experience crisis or distress.

Strategy Implementation & Reflection

Actively assist students in understanding and navigating academy behaviour systems, rules, consequences, and routines.

Help implement structured Pastoral Support Programmes (PSPs) and customized behaviour plans for students at risk of suspension or exclusion.

Guide students through reflective processes following behavioural incidents, assisting them in establishing positive, alternative coping mechanisms.

Work proactively with disadvantaged groups to close progress gaps linked to conduct, engagement, or attendance.

Communication & Collaboration

Establish respectful, firm, fair, and empathetic relationships with students, consistently acting as an inspiring role model.

Liaise with parents and carers via phone, email, and face-to-face meetings to build collaborative partnerships that bridge home and school expectations.

Keep precise, highly confidential records of student conduct, interventions, and progress, updating relevant staff and external partners regularly.

Actual Salary £22,963 - £24,089

Fixed term contract

Countesthorpe Academy

Behaviour and Inclusion Mentor

Required from September 2026 - August 2027 in the first instance.

Grade 7 Pay Point 11-14. Actual salary £22,963 - £24,089

Fixed Term

37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (8am - 4pm Monday to Thursday & 8am - 3.30pm Friday)