Behaviour Mentor

Axcis Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational recruitment agency is seeking a Behaviour Mentor to support secondary students with social, emotional, and mental health needs in Barking & Dagenham. The ideal candidate will possess strong behaviour management skills and a calm approach to mentoring. This full-time, long-term position starts in September with a pay rate starting from £95/day. Opportunities for impactful work with young people are available.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Positive working environment

Opportunity to impact students' lives

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Ability to de-escalate challenging situations effectively.
• Experience delivering small group interventions focusing on resilience.

Responsibilities

• Support KS3 and KS4 pupils with their needs.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies.
• Build relationships to motivate students.

Skills

Experience supporting students with SEMH or challenging behaviour

Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills

Calm, consistent approach

Previous youth work or mentoring experience

Job description

Overview

Behaviour Mentor – Secondary SEMH – Barking & Dagenham From £95/day | Secondary | Barking & Dagenham | September Start | Full-Time | Long-Term

Axcis are working with a forward-thinking secondary school in Barking & Dagenham to recruit a Behaviour Mentor for their SEMH provision. The school has been praised by Ofsted for its strong pastoral care and restorative approach to behaviour. With good transport links via the District Line and free parking on-site, it is easily accessible for staff.

Responsibilities

• Supporting KS3 and KS4 pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• De-escalating challenging situations and implementing positive behaviour strategies.
• Delivering small group interventions focusing on resilience and social skills.
• Building relationships to motivate and re-engage students in learning.

What we’re looking for / Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• A calm, consistent approach and the ability to act as a role model.
• Previous youth work or mentoring experience would be an advantage.

Additional information

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a tangible impact in the lives of young people who need strong, positive guidance.

If you are interested, please click the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Max Anastasiou

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1069