Behaviour and Resilience Mentor

Behaviour and Resilience Mentor

Salary: NJC Scale 6 Points 18 - 22. £31,537 to £33,699. (This will be reduced pro ratio for term time only.)

Closing date for applications: 13 April 2026, 12.00pm

Interview Date: 20 April 2026

Join our thriving Church of England secondary school in the heart of Derby!

Are you passionate about supporting young people in their academic development as well as ensuring that they develop the confidence, resilience, and character needed to succeed beyond the classroom? Do you thrive in a role that helps students to navigate challenges, equips them with skills and qualifications for life, and ultimately enables them to achieve success in their future pathways? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Behaviour and Resilience Mentor at Derby Cathedral School.

About Us

Derby Cathedral School, part of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT), is the first Church of England secondary school in the Diocese. Since opening in 2018, we have grown into a thriving learning community, now accommodating over 1,200 students from Years 7 to 13. Our FAITH values - Fellowship, Aspiration, Integrity, Tenacity and Humility - are at the heart of everything we do.

Located in a state of the art building in Derby city centre, we are committed to providing an outstanding education, nurturing students' personal growth, and preparing them for their futures.

The Role

A fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and inspiring Behaviour and Resilience Mentor to join Derby Cathedral School as it continues to grow in terms of numbers and success.

Qualifications

• At least five A C GCSEs, including English and Mathematics.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes.
• Experience of working with young people in a voluntary or paid capacity.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and practices.
• Strong background in mentoring or coaching.
• Experience working in a secondary education environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Work within the internal alternative provision and across the wider school to deliver structured mentoring provisions aimed at improving student engagement, behaviour and emotional resilience.
• Support the students in their character and pastoral development under the guidance of the internal AP Leader, Designated Safeguarding Lead and the Senior Leadership Team.
• Assess the needs of students and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support students' learning.
• Use all available information about students to support their academic, social and emotional development.
• Help students thrive academically, socially and emotionally by providing the necessary support and guidance to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• A modern, purpose built campus with excellent facilities.
• Free on site parking and access to an on site gym.
• Access to the Westfield Health Employee Assistance Programme.
• Annual flu vaccination.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your career.

The Location

Derby offers a fantastic quality of life, combining the benefits of a vibrant city with proximity to the stunning Peak District National Park. With excellent transport links, including quick access to the M1, it's an ideal place to work and live.

Key Details

• Hours per week: 37
• Weeks per year: 39
• Start Date: ASAP
• Age Range: ; KS3, KS4 and KS5
• NOR: 1260
• Closing Date for Applications: 12.00 noon, Monday 13th April 2026
• Application Process: Please complete the DDAT application form and submit it to by the closing date.

Safeguarding Commitment

Derby Diocesan Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Equal Opportunities Statement

DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, completion of a probationary period, pre employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

To apply, please submit completed application forms to by the closing date. We will only accept applications made on DDAT application forms. Please note that we will not consider CVs as part of the shortlisting.

All candidates must have a right to work in the UK in order to be able to work at our Trust. Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for international applicants.

Join us in shaping the future of education in Derby-apply today and become part of our success story!