Behaviour Mentor​/Cover Supervisor

Position: Behaviour Mentor / Cover Supervisor (Permanent)
Behaviour Mentor / Cover Supervisor

Location:

Plymouth

Hours:

Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Type:
Full-time, Term Time Only

We are seeking a confident and resilient Behaviour Mentor / Cover Supervisor to work in secondary and specialist school settings across Plymouth, supporting pupils who require additional behavioural and emotional support.

This role is ideal for someone with experience managing behaviour, supporting disengaged learners, and confidently supervising classes when required.

The Role:

Supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional, and social needs

Working 1:1 or in small groups to support regulation and engagement

Providing classroom cover when required, delivering pre-set work

Implementing behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques

Building positive, consistent relationships with pupils

Supporting pupils who may have SEMH, ASD, or additional needs

Working closely with teaching staff, SEN teams, and pastoral leads

Essential Requirements:

Experience working with children or young people in an educational or support setting

Strong behaviour management and calm, consistent approach

Confidence supervising classes and managing challenging behaviour

Ability to build rapport quickly with pupils

Resilient, patient, and proactive attitude

Desirable (but not essential):

SEMH or SEND experience

Team Teach or behaviour-focused training

Previous Cover Supervisor or mentoring experience

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday

8:30am – 3:30pm

Term-time only

This is a highly rewarding role for someone looking to make a real impact on pupils who need structure, understanding, and positive role modelling.

Apply now to be considered for this Behaviour Mentor / Cover role in Plymouth.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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