Job Description

Graduate Opportunities in Secondary Education - Leeds
Graduate Opportunities in Secondary Education - Leeds
Behaviour Mentor | Learning Support Mentor | Cover Supervisor
Are you a graduate looking to start a meaningful career in education?
Considering teaching, psychology, youth work, SEN, social care, or mental health support?
We are recruiting motivated, resilient, and compassionate graduates to work in secondary schools and specialist provisions across Leeds as Behaviour Mentors, Learning Support Mentors, and Cover Supervisors.
These roles are ideal for graduates seeking hands-on classroom experience, particularly within inclusive and SEN-focused environments, before progressing into teacher training, educational psychology, or pastoral careers.
About the Role
You will be supporting pupils aged 11-16 who may present with:

• SEMH needs
• Autism and ADHD
• Learning difficulties and additional educational needs
• Behavioural challenges linked to trauma or unmet needs

This is a structured, supportive school environment where consistency, patience, and strong relationships make a real difference. You will work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to help pupils remain engaged, regulated, and supported throughout the school day.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils who require additional behavioural, emotional, or learning support
• Act as a positive role model, supporting emotional regulation, routines, and engagement
• Support behaviour management strategies in line with school policies
• Deliver pre-planned cover lessons when working as a Cover Supervisor
• Assist pupils with organisation, focus, and access to learning
• Support social, emotional, and communication development
• De-escalate challenging situations calmly and confidently
• Work alongside SENCOs, teachers, and pastoral leads to support individual targets
• Monitor progress and behaviour, providing clear feedback to the school team

Who This Role Is Perfect For
? Recent graduates (any discipline welcome)
? Aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, youth workers, or therapists
? Graduates with experience in care, tutoring, coaching, mentoring, or youth work
? Those interested in behaviour, SEN, inclusion, or pastoral support
? Applicants confident working with young people who may display challenging behaviour
What We're Looking For

• A calm, confident, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence
• Resilience and consistency
• A genuine interest in supporting young people who need stability and structure
• Experience with young people (formal or informal) is beneficial but not essential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Availability Monday-Friday, term time

What You'll Get

• Excellent daily pay
• Fast-track registration
• Flexible working opportunities
• Access to 1000+ CPD courses to support career development
• FREE wellbeing resources and support hub
• Preparation packs for working in schools
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Long-term pathways into teaching and education careers

Why This Role Matters
This is not just classroom support -- it's changing outcomes.
You'll be helping young people rebuild confidence, stay in education, and access learning in a way that works for them. Every day brings challenges, but also real wins.
If you're looking for purpose, experience, and progression in education, this is an excellent place to start.
Apply now to begin your journey in secondary education and make a difference where it counts.

Skills Required