Nurture and Behaviour Support Mentor

Salary/Rate:£14.40 - £15.55 /hr

Job type:Contract

Town/City:West Suffolk

County:Suffolk

Role:Support Staff

Job ref:127

Post Date:12.04.26

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Georgina Smith

Candidate Consultant

01621 484496

07843 840573

gsmith@inspirehc.co.uk

About the Role

Nurture and Behaviour Support Mentor – Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 16:00
Salary: £14.40 - £15.55 /hr
Contract: Ongoing temporary with potential to become permanent

Start: April 2026 or asap

Join a supportive, inclusive specialist school as a Nurture and Behaviour Support Mentor and make a meaningful impact on children with additional needs in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

About the Role: Nurture and Behaviour Support Mentor
We are looking for a compassionate and resilient support professional to work with young people who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and a range of additional learning challenges.

In this rewarding role, you’ll work alongside teachers and therapists, helping pupils feel safe, valued and motivated. You’ll be part of a trauma-informed team dedicated to improving emotional regulation, behaviour, engagement in learning, and overall wellbeing. This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference every single day.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide hands-on support in lessons, helping pupils access learning alongside the Class Teacher.
Build positive, trusting relationships that help every child feel respected and understood.
Use trauma-informed and positive behaviour support strategies to help pupils regulate emotions.
Support teachers in delivering tailored interventions and individual learning plans.
Encourage independence, social interaction and engagement through structured and creative activities.
Respond calmly and confidently to challenging behaviour using empathy and de-escalation techniques.
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and the wider SEN team to create a consistent, supportive learning environment.

What We’re Looking For:

GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or equivalent).
Experience supporting children with SEMH, ASD or additional learning needs.
A Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
A patient, understanding and adaptable approach to learning support.
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and positive behaviour strategies.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to commute to Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

Why Join Us?

Join a compassionate, dedicated SEN school team.
Work directly with pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning.
Receive ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
Access over 20 free CPD training courses, including trauma-informed practice and behaviour management.
Weekly PAYE pay and help securing permanent roles.
Real opportunities for career progression within the SEN, SEMH and specialist education sectors.

About the School
Our partner school near Bury St Edmunds specialises in supporting children and young people with SEMH and Autism. The school provides a nurturing, trauma-informed learning environment, small class sizes and strong teamwork. Staff work together to build confidence, support emotional wellbeing and deliver personalised learning that helps pupils re-engage with education and develop essential life skills.

Safeguarding and Equality
Inspire EHC and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must have or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS and provide two professional references. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

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If you are ready to make a lasting impact, apply today to become a Nurture and Behaviour Support Mentor in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk and help young people build confidence, trust and belief in their future.

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