Behaviour Mentor (Maternity Cover)

Smestow Academy – Windmill Crescent, Wolverhampton, WV3 8HU 

37 Hours | Term Time | Monday to Friday   

Start Date: February 2026

Starting Salary (pro rata): £25,800.60 (FTE £29,996)  

Smestow Academy are seeking to appoint a committed and proactive Behaviour Mentor to join our pastoral team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to our pupils by supporting them through challenges and helping them reflect on their behaviour while guiding them towards positive choices.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day reflective work and pupil discussions for behaviour to ensure that pupils are adhering to the behaviour policy and demonstrating the expected standards of behaviour in school and assisting with pupil reflection during detentions. 

About you:

To be successful for this role you should:  

•        Have at least GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths;  
•        have experienced in working in similar roles and/or worked with pupils who need behaviour support for a minimum of 2
•        Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, alongside strong IT skills;  
•        Have the ability to handle highly confidential information.   

Please see the job description for the exact duties, skills and experience required.  

About us:   
At Smestow Academy, we expect everyone to 'be the best they can be'. It is our strong belief that embedding high standards of behaviour with excellent teaching practices, leads to the best educational outcomes. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.  

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.   

To apply directly, please complete our application form on My New Term.

You may also wish to contact Headteacher Ian Chamberlain:  ichamblerlain@smestowacademy.co.uk. to arrange an informal look at the school.  

Application Deadline: 23^rd January 2026  

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.  

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.