Attendance and Behaviour Mentor
Coventry
Full time
£25,000–£27,000 per annum
Vacancy ID
e3768a1d-3632-47ee-a401-13d5246cb9ad
Job Description
A school in Coventry is seeking a dedicated Attendance and Behaviour Mentor to support pupils and families in improving attendance, engagement, wellbeing, and behaviour. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential and enjoys building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.
Working closely with school leaders, pastoral teams, and external agencies, you'll play a key role in identifying barriers to learning and implementing effective strategies to support positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Support the improvement of pupil attendance and punctuality
Work with pupils and families to identify and overcome barriers to learning
Conduct meetings and maintain positive home-school relationships
Provide targeted behaviour and wellbeing interventions for individuals and small groups
Support pupils displaying challenging behaviours and promote positive outcomes
Monitor attendance, welfare, and safeguarding concerns
Liaise with external agencies and support services where appropriate
Assist with Early Help referrals and pastoral support programmes
Maintain accurate records and contribute to pupil support plans
Support safeguarding procedures and work closely with designated safeguarding staff where required
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational, pastoral, or support capacity
Strong understanding of attendance, behaviour, and pupil wellbeing
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to work effectively with pupils, families, and external agencies
Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality requirements
Ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging situations
DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
About the School
This Coventry primary school is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every child can thrive. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils receive the academic, pastoral, and emotional support they need to achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.