Behaviour Mentor

Education First; New Addington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Education First is recruiting an experienced Behaviour Mentor to join a specialist SEN school in Croydon, starting ASAP. You will provide dedicated 1:1 and group support to pupils across KS1–KS4, helping them regulate emotions, manage behaviour and engage with learning.

The role covers pupils aged 5-16 with Autism/ASD and SEMH needs. You will collaborate with teachers and the SEN team, applying de-escalation techniques and individual plans to foster resilience and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEND.
• Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Experience with ASD, ADHD and SEMH.
• Experience in an SEN school or similar setting.
• Experience providing 1:1 behavioural or pastoral support.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Ability to stay composed when managing challenging situations.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Good safeguarding understanding.
• Experience with complex needs, emotional regulation difficulties or trauma-related behaviours would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils inside and outside the classroom.
• Support pupils with ASD, SEMH, ADHD and challenging behaviour.
• Help pupils manage their emotions and develop positive behaviour strategies.
• Support pupils to regulate their behaviour and remain engaged with learning.
• Build positive, trusting and consistent relationships with pupils.
• Provide academic, pastoral, emotional and behavioural support.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Use de-escalation and behaviour management techniques.
• Support pupils during challenging or dysregulated situations.
• Follow individual behaviour, learning and support plans.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

ASD/ADHD/SEMH

1:1 support

Calm and resilient

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - Croydon - SEN School - 5-16 - ASAP Start - Long Term Role

Education First is recruiting an experienced and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join a specialist SEN School in Croydon, starting ASAP! The successful Behaviour Mentor will provide dedicated support to pupils across KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4, helping young people manage their behaviour, regulate their emotions and engage positively with education. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Behaviour Mentor, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Youth Worker or Support Worker looking for a long-term position within a specialist SEN environment.

The School

This specialist SEN school in Croydon supports pupils aged 5-16 with a range of special educational needs, including Autism / ASD and associated needs, alongside pupils who may experience challenging behaviour and social, emotional and mental health needs. The school provides a highly supportive and structured environment, with a strong focus on individualised learning, emotional wellbeing, positive behaviour and developing pupils' independence. Staff work closely together to build positive relationships and help pupils feel safe, understood and able to engage with learning.

The Role - Behaviour Mentor

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils both inside and outside the classroom
• Support pupils with ASD, SEMH, ADHD and challenging behaviour
• Help pupils manage their emotions and develop positive behaviour strategies
• Support pupils to regulate their behaviour and remain engaged with learning
• Build positive, trusting and consistent relationships with pupils
• Provide academic, pastoral, emotional and behavioural support
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and resilience
• Use appropriate de-escalation and behaviour management techniques
• Support pupils during challenging or dysregulated situations
• Follow individual behaviour, learning and support plans
• Work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEND
• Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
• Experience working with ASD, ADHD and SEMH
• Experience within an SEN school, specialist college, PRU, alternative provision or similar setting
• Experience providing 1:1 behavioural or pastoral support
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• The ability to remain composed when managing challenging situations
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• A good understanding of safeguarding
• Experience supporting pupils with complex needs, emotional regulation difficulties, social and communication needs or trauma-related behaviours would also be advantageous.

What You Can Expect

• £110-£120 per day, depending on experience
• Long-term opportunity
• Specialist SEN school in Croydon
• Support pupils across KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4
• Dedicated Education First consultant
• Opportunity to develop your SEN, behaviour and pastoral support experience
• Supportive and experienced staff team

Who Is This Role For?

This role would suit an experienced Behaviour Mentor, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Youth Worker, Support Worker or Behaviour Support Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity in Croydon.