Behaviour Mentor

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Southwark is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join their supportive team. This full-time role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people by providing essential support in managing their behaviour and engagement. You'll collaborate closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams, implementing tailored strategies to help students thrive. This position is perfect for an empathetic individual passionate about education and youth development, with the opportunity to start immediately and commit until the end of the academic year.

Qualifications

• Experience in education or youth work is essential.
• Must have a valid Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Support students in managing their behaviour and engagement.
• Build positive relationships to promote self-esteem and resilience.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Excellent communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Empathy and patience

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - Secondary School - Southwark
Full-Time Immediate Start Long-Term (Until End of Academic Year)
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Location: Southwark, London

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives?
Do you have experience working with children or young people in an educational or care setting?
A welcoming and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Southwark is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join their supportive team immediately. This is a full-time, long-term position running through to the end of the academic year, with the potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students in managing their behaviour and engagement within the school setting

• Build positive relationships with students, promoting self-esteem and resilience

• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to implement tailored behaviour strategies

• Provide one-to-one and small group support, both in and out of the classroom

• Act as a role model, demonstrating patience, empathy, and consistency

• Monitor and report on student progress and behaviour

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people (in education, youth work, or similar)

• A genuine interest in supporting students with behavioural and emotional needs

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and use a restorative approach

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A valid Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (essential)

• Availability to start immediately and commit full-time until July

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, empathetic individual who thrives on supporting young people to achieve their full potential. Whether you are an experienced Behaviour Mentor or looking to take your next step in education, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to start making a real difference!