Behaviour Mentor

Education First Recruitment; London Borough of Hackney; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Education First Recruitment is seeking an experienced Behaviour Mentor for a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Hackney, starting September 2026 on a long-term basis. The role focuses on mentoring and behavioural support for pupils facing SEMH and other challenges, with a strong emphasis on positive behaviour strategies and student engagement.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to re-engage students with learning and develop emotional regulation and social

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEMH and behavioural difficulties is desirable.
• Ability to support students with ADHD, ASD and social/emotional needs is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 mentoring and behavioural intervention for pupils.
• Support pupils with SEMH, ADHD, ASD and social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies to encourage engagement.
• Use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations.
• Support students to remain engaged in lessons and activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and act as a consistent role model.
• Encourage attendance, participation and positive choices throughout the day.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff to implement individual strategies.
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation and communication skills.

Skills

Behaviour management

1:1 mentoring

Pastoral support

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - PRU - Hackney - September Start - Long-Term Role - £115-£120 Per Day

Behaviour Mentor required for a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Hackney

Behaviour Mentor required to provide 1:1 mentoring, intervention and classroom support

Experience supporting students with SEMH, challenging behaviour, ADHD, ASD and social, emotional difficulties is desirable

Long-term position available from September 2026

Physical Intervention/Restraint Training is highly desirable

Are you an experienced Behaviour Mentor looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and specialist education setting?

Do you have experience working with young people who struggle to engage with mainstream education due to behavioural difficulties, social and emotional needs or difficulties managing their emotions?

If so, this Behaviour Mentor role in Hackney could be the perfect opportunity for you

The Role - Behaviour Mentor - Hackney

We are looking for a confident, resilient and proactive Behaviour Mentor to join a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Hackney from September 2026 on a long-term basis.

The provision supports pupils who may have experienced difficulties within mainstream education and require additional behavioural, emotional and academic support to re-engage with learning.

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with students who may display challenging behaviour, struggle with emotional regulation or require additional pastoral support. You will play a key role in helping young people develop positive behaviours, build confidence and improve their engagement with education.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 mentoring and behavioural intervention for students who require additional support.
• Supporting pupils with SEMH, ADHD, ASD and social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Implementing positive behaviour management strategies to encourage engagement and improve attitudes towards learning.
• Using effective de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations and prevent behavioural incidents.
• Supporting students who struggle to remain in lessons or engage with classroom activities.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils and acting as a consistent role model.
• Encouraging attendance, participation and positive choices throughout the school day.
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the wider support team to implement individual behaviour strategies.
• Helping students develop emotional regulation, communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Supporting pupils to overcome barriers to education and work towards successful reintegration into mainstream settings where appropriate.

Physical Intervention/Restraint Training is highly desirable. Candidates with strong behaviour management skills and previous experience in PRUs, alternative provision, SEMH settings or similar specialist environments will be particularly suited to this role.

The Setting - Hackney

This is a specialist alternative provision in Hackney supporting young people who require a more tailored approach to education and behaviour management.

The setting provides a structured learning environment for pupils who may have struggled within mainstream education, with a focus on improving behaviour, developing social and emotional skills and helping students re-engage with their learning.

The successful candidate will work alongside teaching and pastoral staff to establish positive relationships, maintain clear boundaries and provide consistent support to students throughout the school day.

This opportunity would suit someone who is passionate about supporting young people facing barriers to education and understands the importance of patience, resilience and a consistent approach to behaviour management.