Behaviour Mentor

Long Term Futures Ltd; Lea Bridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Permanent pathway

CPD on behaviour and SEMH

Consultant support

Job summary

Long Term Futures are recruiting an experienced Behaviour Mentor to join a mainstream secondary school in Waltham Forest, supporting students across KS3 and KS4. The role is full-time for term time only with a September 2026 start, offering 1:1 and small-group behaviour support and a potential pathway into a permanent position.

You will work closely with Heads of Year, pastoral teams and SEN staff, using de-escalation strategies and relationship-building to help students engage in learning and

Qualifications

• Previous behaviour support experience - essential
• Experience working with secondary-aged students across KS3 and KS4
• Strong knowledge of behaviour management and de-escalation
• Experience supporting students with SEMH or additional pastoral needs
• A calm, resilient and consistent approach when faced with challenging situations
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; previous relevant roles welcome

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour support across KS3 and KS4
• Support students both inside the classroom and through targeted interventions
• Build positive and consistent relationships with students who require additional support
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Work alongside Heads of Year, pastoral teams, SEN staff and teachers
• Help students manage emotional regulation and barriers to learning
• Promote improved engagement, attendance and positive behaviour
• Support successful reintegration into lessons following behavioural incidents

Skills

Behaviour support

De-escalation

KS3 KS4 experience

Pastoral support

Communication skills

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - Secondary School - Waltham Forest

Full Time Term Time Only September 2026 Start

Up to 130 per day Long Term Role (Temp to Perm)

Long Term Futures are recruiting an experienced and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join a mainstream secondary school in Waltham Forest, supporting students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Behaviour Mentor who understands the challenges that can prevent young people from fully engaging with education. You will work closely with students requiring additional behavioural and pastoral support, helping them remain in lessons, manage challenging situations and develop more positive approaches to school.

Previous experience supporting challenging behaviour within a school or youth setting is essential for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour support across KS3 and KS4
• Support students both inside the classroom and through targeted interventions
• Build positive and consistent relationships with students who require additional support
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Work alongside Heads of Year, pastoral teams, SEN staff and teachers
• Help students manage emotional regulation and barriers to learning
• Promote improved engagement, attendance and positive behaviour
• Support successful reintegration into lessons following behavioural incidents

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous behaviour support experience - essential
• Experience working with secondary-aged students across KS3 and/or KS4
• Strong knowledge of behaviour management and de-escalation
• Experience supporting students with SEMH or additional pastoral needs
• A calm, resilient and consistent approach when faced with challenging situations
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skillsPrevious experience as a Behaviour Mentor, Learning Mentor, Youth Worker, Pastoral Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant would be highly relevant

Location & Transport - Waltham Forest, East London

• Excellent connections via Walthamstow Central (Victoria Line & Overground)
• Accessible from Blackhorse Road (Victoria Line & Overground)
• Central Line connections available via Leyton and Leytonstone
• Strong local bus network throughout Waltham Forest
• Easily accessible from Hackney, Newham, Redbridge, Enfield and surrounding East and North London areas

Why Work with Long Term Futures

• Weekly pay of up to 130 per day
• Long-term opportunity within a mainstream secondary school
• Potential pathway into a permanent position
• Free CPD covering behaviour, SEMH and safeguarding
• Opportunity to develop experience across KS3 and KS4
• Progression opportunities into Pastoral, Inclusion and Behaviour Lead positions
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.