Behaviour Mentor: Early Intervention & SEMH Support

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a kind-hearted Behaviour Mentor to support pupils with SEMH in a Primary and Nursery school in Hillingdon, West London. The role emphasizes emotional wellbeing, 1:1 mentoring, and small-group interventions to foster positive behaviours.

Start date immediately or next term; full-time, term-time only. The post requires safeguarding checks, an enhanced DBS, and a commitment to ongoing professional development within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Primary, Nursery, or EYFS setting
• Knowledge of SEND, SEMH, and early childhood development
• A calm and consistent approach to behaviour support
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in childcare, education, psychology, youth work, or mental health is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 mentoring and emotional support
• Deliver small group behaviour and social skills interventions
• Support pupils in classroom and play-based learning environments
• Assist children during transitions and unstructured times
• Implement and review behaviour support plans
• Use trauma-informed and restorative approaches
• Collaborate with teachers, EYFS staff, SENCO, and pastoral teams
• Track, monitor, and report on pupil progress
• Build strong relationships with families and carers
• Uphold safeguarding and child protection standards

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a kind-hearted Behaviour Mentor to support pupils with SEMH in a Primary and Nursery school in Hillingdon, West London. The role emphasizes emotional wellbeing, 1:1 mentoring, and small-group interventions to foster positive behaviours.

Start date immediately or next term; full-time, term-time only. The post requires safeguarding checks, an enhanced DBS, and a commitment to ongoing professional development within a supportive school community.