Behaviour Mentor

senploy; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Potential permanent role

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting a Behaviour Mentor for a specialist SEN school in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. This full-time post involves 1:1 mentoring and pastoral support to pupils requiring help with emotional regulation, confidence, relationships and engagement in education.

The role offers a long-term placement with the potential to become permanent. Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant school experience is welcomed, with Enhanced DBS checks required.

Qualifications

• Experience in behaviour mentoring or a school-based support role.
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience welcomed.
• Awareness of safeguarding and pastoral support in a SEN setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 behaviour mentoring and pastoral support to pupils.
• Build positive relationships to support emotional regulation and engagement.
• Identify triggers and teach strategies for managing emotions.
• Deliver mentoring activities focused on confidence, resilience, and social skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, SEN staff and pastoral teams.
• Follow safeguarding policies and report concerns promptly.

Skills

Behaviour mentoring

Pastoral support

Emotional regulation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6

Contract Type: Full-time, long-term, temporary to permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Commutable from: Edgware, Barnet, Elstree, Potters Bar, Watford, Radlett and Mill Hill

Long Term Futures is recruiting a Behaviour Mentor to join a specialist Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. This full-time opportunity is ideal for candidates with previous behaviour mentoring or relevant school experience. We also welcome applications from Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistants who are interested in developing their experience in behaviour mentoring and pastoral support within a specialist educational setting.

The successful candidate will provide individualised 1:1 behaviour mentoring and pastoral support to pupils who require additional guidance with emotional regulation, confidence, relationships and engagement in education. You will help create a consistent, supportive environment where pupils feel understood, develop positive behaviours and build the skills needed to participate more confidently in school life.

Responsibilities

• - Provide consistent 1:1 behaviour mentoring to pupils who require additional support with their behaviour, engagement and emotional wellbeing.
• - Develop positive, trusting relationships with pupils, using a patient and consistent approach.
• - Help pupils recognise behavioural triggers and develop appropriate strategies for managing emotions and responses.
• - Deliver individualised mentoring activities focused on confidence, resilience, communication and positive behaviour.
• - Provide pastoral support to pupils experiencing social, emotional or behavioural difficulties.
• - Adapt communication and support approaches to meet individual learning and developmental needs.
• - Encourage positive interactions, independence and appropriate social skills throughout the school day.
• - Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff and pastoral teams to maintain consistent approaches to pupil support.
• - Observe and communicate changes in pupil behaviour, engagement and wellbeing to relevant school staff.
• - Follow the school's safeguarding and behaviour policies, reporting concerns promptly and appropriately.
• - Previous experience in behaviour mentoring or a relevant school-based support role.
• - An understanding of behaviour support strategies and the importance of consistency, patience and positive reinforcement.
• - The ability to build supportive, professional relationships with pupils who require additional guidance.
• - Confidence in responding calmly and appropriately to challenging situations.
• - Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt your approach to individual pupil needs.
• - A collaborative attitude and willingness to work closely with teaching, SEN and pastoral staff.
• - Availability to work full-time in a long-term position, with the potential to transition into permanent employment.
• - An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to complete a new Enhanced DBS check.

Previous experience working in a specialist SEN school, supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs or delivering targeted behaviour interventions would be advantageous. Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistants with relevant school experience are encouraged to apply, particularly those looking to move into a more focused mentoring role.

What Long Term Futures Offers

• - Daily pay of £108.68-£115.
• - A full-time, long-term placement with the potential to become permanent.
• - The opportunity to develop experience in behaviour mentoring within a specialist SEN school.
• - A role focused on supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing, engagement and personal development.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.