Behaviour Mentor for SEMH School (Boys)

Veritas Education recruitment ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is recruiting a confident Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support a boys' SEMH school in Wandsworth. You will provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour support, build positive relationships and help pupils engage with learning.

The role is full-time, term-time only, ASAP start. Experience in SEMH settings and strong de-escalation skills are valued; Enhanced DBS is required, and you will work with teachers and SENCOs to maintain a safe, structured environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour.
• Background in SEMH settings, PRUs, or related provision.
• Confident managing incidents and maintaining boundaries.
• Strong de-escalation and behaviour management skills.
• Willingness to work closely with teachers and other professionals.
• Enhanced DBS (or positive safeguarding checks) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour support.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and barriers to learning.
• Build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Utilise de-escalation strategies to manage challenging situations.
• Record and monitor behaviour and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff.
• Maintain a safe, structured learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour support

De-escalation

Communication

Boundary setting

Resilience

Youth work

Job description

Veritas Education is recruiting a confident Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support a boys' SEMH school in Wandsworth. You will provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour support, build positive relationships and help pupils engage with learning.

The role is full-time, term-time only, ASAP start. Experience in SEMH settings and strong de-escalation skills are valued; Enhanced DBS is required, and you will work with teachers and SENCOs to maintain a safe, structured environment.