Behaviour Mentor

Qualiteach Education Group Ltd; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualiteach Education Group Ltd in Lambeth is seeking an experienced Behaviour Mentor to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 4 pupil with significant behavioural and emotional regulation needs. The successful candidate will work with school staff to ensure the pupil can access learning in a safe, structured environment throughout the day.

The role is full-time in a welcoming primary school, with emphasis on de-escalation, emotional support and creating positive coping strategies for the pupil.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary-aged children with challenging behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Team Teach trained or previous restraint/positive handling training.
• Ability to manage challenging situations and implement de-escalation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 4 pupil with behavioural needs.
• Help pupil manage emotions and access learning in a structured environment.
• Identify triggers and apply de-escalation techniques as part of behaviour support.

Skills

Team Teach

Positive handling

De-escalation

1:1 support

Job description

Behaviour Mentor

Lambeth - £95-£115 per day - Primary School - Immediate Start

Behaviour Mentor required for a primary school in Lambeth

Behaviour Mentor required to support a Year 4 pupil with challenging behaviour

Behaviour Mentor required full time

Ideally Team Teach trained, with experience in positive handling and physical intervention

Must be confident supporting a child who may require physical intervention as part of an agreed behaviour support plan

Are you an experienced Behaviour Mentor looking for a new opportunity in Lambeth?

Do you have experience supporting primary-aged children with challenging behaviour, emotional regulation and additional needs?

Are you Team Teach trained, or do you have previous restraint and positive handling training?

If you answered YES, then this Behaviour Mentor role in Lambeth could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Position - Behaviour Mentor

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Lambeth is seeking an experienced and resilient Behaviour Mentor to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 4 pupil with significant behavioural and emotional regulation needs. The successful Behaviour Mentor will work closely with the pupil throughout the school day, helping them manage their emotions, develop positive coping strategies and access learning in a safe and structured environment. The child can display challenging behaviour, including emotional outbursts, refusal to follow instructions and behaviours that may present a risk to themselves or others. The successful candidate must therefore be confident managing challenging situations, identifying triggers and implementing appropriate de-escalation strategies.

The School - Behaviour Mentor

This is a welcoming and inclusive two-form-entry primary school in Lambeth, catering for approximately 240 pupils aged 3-11 years, from Nursery through to Year 6. The school has a Good Ofsted rating and is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and supportive learning environment for all pupils. The school has a strong focus on inclusion, pastoral support and helping children overcome barriers to learning. Located in Lambeth, the school benefits from good transport links, with convenient bus and train routes providing access for staff commuting from surrounding areas.