Behaviour Mentor

Empowering Learning Ltd; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd in south London is seeking a dedicated School Behaviour Mentor to support pupils with SEMH and challenging behaviour. You will build rapport with students, work closely with class teachers and the SENDCo, and help tailor learning approaches to individual needs.

The role offers training and development within a supportive school environment, with emphasis on safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare. Eligible UK work status and DBS checks are required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils in UK schools is preferred.
• Ability to build trust with pupils in SEMH/ Challenging behaviour contexts.
• DBS checks and safeguarding commitment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 basis
• Supervise pupils in and out of the classroom
• Encourage and support learning
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and activities

Skills

Rapport building

Behaviour support

1:1 pupil support

Team collaboration

Job description

School Behaviour Mentor - South London

Empowering Learning is working in partnership with a School in the Borough of Lambeth. The school is looking for candidates who can support pupils with Social Emotional Mental Health & Challenging Behaviour.

An experienced Behaviour Assistant / Teaching Assistant will be confident in building rapport and trusting relationships in order to progress learning. This role involves working closely with class teachers and the SENDco to implement a tailored learning approach where required.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who have a passion for education and SEN. The school has an experienced team already in place and can provide additional training and development.

It would be an advantage, not necessary, if you have previously worked in:

• SEMH / PRU settings
• Youth Work
• Police or Army
• Sports coaches and mentors
• Graduates in Sport, Psychology, Drama and Counselling and Therapy

Job Responsibilities

• Supporting pupil in the classroom on a 1:1 basis
• Supervising pupil in & out of the classroom
• Encourage and support the child learning
• Helping the teacher prepare for lessons and plan activities

In order to be considered for this role you need to:

• Have eligibility to work in the UK or be a UK resident.
• Have previous experience of working in a UK Primary/Secondary School, ideally within the last 12 months
• A valid DBS registered on the update service or be willing to apply for a new DBS

'Empowering Learning Ltd. are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.'