Graduate Behaviour Mentor – Alternative Provision

Location: Stafford, Staffordshire
Salary: £24,000 – £26,000 per annum (or equivalent weekly rate)
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP / November 2026
Vacancies: 2 Positions Available
Recruitment Agency: KPI Education

Are you a passionate graduate looking to make a genuine difference to young people who need it most?

KPI Education is recruiting two enthusiastic and resilient Graduate Behaviour Mentors to join an established Alternative Provision setting in Stafford, working in partnership with the Dragon Group.

This is an exciting opportunity for graduates who are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people, particularly those who have experienced challenges within mainstream education.

If you're considering a future career in Teaching, Educational Psychology, Youth Work, Social Work or SEN, this could be the perfect opportunity to gain invaluable experience.

The Role – Graduate Behaviour Mentor

As a Graduate Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with young people who may present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges, trauma or additional learning needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group mentoring to pupils requiring additional behavioural and emotional support.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people who may have disengaged from mainstream education.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, confidence, resilience and positive behaviour.
• Helping deliver engaging educational activities and personalised learning programmes.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEN specialists and pastoral teams.
• Encouraging positive attitudes towards education and helping pupils achieve their individual goals.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are particularly interested in graduates who demonstrate:

• A degree in Psychology, Criminology, Education, Sport, Sociology or a related discipline (other degrees welcomed).
• A genuine passion for alternative education, inclusion and supporting vulnerable young people.
• Strong communication skills, emotional intelligence and resilience.
• The confidence to manage challenging behaviour calmly and professionally.
• Previous experience working with children or young people through coaching, mentoring, youth work or SEN support (desirable).
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be highly advantageous.

Most importantly, we want individuals who genuinely care about making a difference and are prepared to go the extra mile for young people.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £24,000–£26,000 or equivalent weekly pay.
• Full-time, long-term opportunity within a specialist Alternative Provision setting.
• Valuable experience supporting pupils with SEMH and additional needs.
• Opportunity to develop practical behaviour management and mentoring skills.
• Excellent foundation for future careers in teaching, psychology, SEN or youth work.
• A rewarding opportunity to positively influence the lives of young people.

Apply Today – 2 Vacancies Available!

If you're a motivated graduate who believes every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to KPI Education to be considered for one of these two Graduate Behaviour Mentor positions in Stafford.

KPI Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

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