Behaviour Mentor

Pink Tile Education Ltd; Croydon Shire; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay included

Potential for ongoing work and career

development

Job summary

Pink Tile Education Ltd is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a SEND setting in Croydon. You will build relationships with pupils, support with behaviour, SEMH needs and emotional regulation, and work closely with teachers to implement strategies.

The ideal candidate is patient, resilient and a strong communicator, able to manage challenging situations calmly and professionally during lessons and social times.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and consistently.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Building positive, trusting and consistent relationships with pupils.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with behavioural and SEMH needs.
• Supporting pupils to regulate their emotions and manage challenging situations.
• Helping pupils identify triggers and develop positive coping strategies.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and reinforcing appropriate choices.
• Supporting pupils to engage positively with their learning.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Supporting pupils during lessons, break times and lunchtimes where required.
• Responding calmly and consistently to challenging behaviour.
• Working alongside teachers and school staff to implement individual behaviour and support strategies.
• Monitoring pupil engagement, behaviour and progress.
• Supporting pupils to develop their communication and social skills.
• Encouraging pupils to reflect on their behaviour and understand the impact of their choices.
• Contributing to a safe, positive and inclusive school environment.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Strong communicator

Job description

Behaviour Mentor

Location: Croydon, South London

Salary: £100–£120 per day

Job Type: Full-time

Hours: 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday

We are currently looking for a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join a welcoming SEND school in Croydon.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs and who can build positive relationships with pupils who may require additional support to engage with education.

The Role

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with pupils, teachers and the wider school team to provide targeted support for children and young people who may experience challenges with behaviour, emotional regulation, social interaction and engagement with learning.

You will play an important role in helping pupils understand and manage their behaviour, develop positive relationships and build the confidence and skills they need to succeed in school.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building positive, trusting and consistent relationships with pupils

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with behavioural and SEMH needs

• Supporting pupils to regulate their emotions and manage challenging situations

• Helping pupils identify triggers and develop positive coping strategies

• Encouraging positive behaviour and reinforcing appropriate choices

• Supporting pupils to engage positively with their learning

• Helping pupils develop confidence, resilience and independence

• Supporting pupils during lessons, break times and lunchtimes where required

• Responding calmly and consistently to challenging behaviour

• Working alongside teachers and school staff to implement individual behaviour and support strategies

• Monitoring pupil engagement, behaviour and progress

• Supporting pupils to develop their communication and social skills

• Encouraging pupils to reflect on their behaviour and understand the impact of their choices

• Contributing to a safe, positive and inclusive school environment

About You

We are looking for a patient, confident and resilient Behaviour Mentor who understands that positive relationships are at the heart of supporting pupils with additional needs.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people

• Experienced or interested in working with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs

• Patient, calm and emotionally resilient

• Confident managing challenging behaviour in a positive and consistent manner

• Able to build strong and trusting relationships with pupils

• A strong communicator who can adapt their approach to individual pupils

• Positive, enthusiastic and encouraging

• Able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations

• Reliable, committed and able to work effectively as part of a team

• Previous experience as a Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Youth Worker, Support Worker or similar is desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• £100–£120 per day

• Full-time hours, 8:30am–3:30pm

• Monday to Friday, term time

• The opportunity to work within a specialist SEND setting

• Valuable experience supporting children and young people with SEND and SEMH needs

• A supportive school environment

• Potential for ongoing work and career development

Why Work With Pink Tile Education?

At Pink Tile Education, we are a specialist education recruitment agency dedicated to matching talented education professionals with schools where they can truly thrive.

We take the time to understand both our candidates and our partner schools, ensuring the right fit for everyone involved.

Our team has extensive experience within education, particularly across SEND and SEMH settings, so we understand the unique challenges and rewards these roles bring.

Pink Tile Education, our schools and candidates all share the expectation of “Best Fit, Every Time”. Our job is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employer.

Pay & Holiday Pay

The pay stated is inclusive of the additional 12.07% PAYE holiday pay.

Safeguarding

Pink Tile Education is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, professional references and all other safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various background checks, including obtaining a DBS certificate if they do not already hold a valid certificate registered on the DBS Update Service.

Important Notice

In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this advertisement is for the purpose of identifying suitable applicants. We reserve the right to withdraw the advert prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.