Behaviour Mentor

Aspire People; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Une école primaire inclusive et supportive de Southwark recherche un 'Behaviour Mentor' pour aider les élèves ayant des besoins éducatifs spéciaux. Le candidat idéal doit posséder une approche empathique et calme pour établir des relations de confiance avec les élèves vulnérables, tout en contribuant à leur développement émotionnel.

Benefits

Équipe d'inclusion et de suivi solide

Opportunités de formation continue

Environnement de travail nourrissant

Qualifications

• Expérience de soutien aux jeunes ayant des besoins spécifiques.
• Approche consistante et empathique.
• Compréhension des pratiques éclairées par les traumatismes et de la protection de l'enfance.

Responsibilities

• Fournir un soutien ciblé 1:1 et en petits groupes aux élèves avec des besoins spécifiques.
• Dé-escalader des situations difficiles à l'aide de stratégies de comportement positive.
• Surveiller les progrès et participer aux réunions et rapports de révision.

Skills

Calme

Empathie

Résilience

Education

Diplôme en psychologie, éducation ou domaine connexe

Job description

Behaviour Mentor

Location: Southwark
Start date: September 2025
Contract type: Full-time and permanent
Salary: £22,500 - £25,400

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs and social, emotional or mental health challenges?

A supportive and inclusive primary school in Southwark is seeking a caring, proactive and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join their specialist support team from September. This role is key in helping students with SEND and SEMH needs overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Behaviour Mentor - the role:

* Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for students with SEND/SEMH
* De-escalate challenging situations using positive behaviour strategies
* Work closely with the SENDCo, pastoral team and external professionals
* Support EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
* Foster emotional regulation, resilience and positive self-esteem
* Monitor progress and contribute to review meetings and reports

Behaviour Mentor - requirements:

* Experience supporting young people with SEND or SEMH needs (school, youth work, care)
* A calm, empathetic and consistent approach
* Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable students
* Understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding
* Relevant training (Team Teach, MAPA, etc.) is desirable but not essential
* A 2:1 or above degree in Psychology, Education or a related field is advantageous

Behaviour Mentor - the school:

* A strong, supportive inclusion and pastoral team
* Regular CPD, including behaviour, SEMH and SEND training
* Opportunities to progress into SEN, pastoral or therapeutic roles
* A nurturing environment committed to restorative practice
* Excellent transport links across South London

Behaviour Mentor - how to apply:

If this Behaviour Mentor role sounds like something you would be interested in, please don't hesitate to apply. Please get in touch with Michaela to register your interest.

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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.