Behaviour Mentor - Lewisham

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% PAYE

National College CPD access

Dedicated Consultant

Flexible Working

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Behaviour Mentor to support pupils who may present challenging behaviour, helping them engage with learning and school life. You will work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with social, emotional or behavioural needs, and de-escalate incidents using restorative approaches where appropriate.

You'll collaborate with teachers, pastoral teams and SENCOs to implement effective behaviour strategies, model positive behaviour, and build trusting relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs in education, youth work, or care settings.
• Calm, confident, and positive under pressure with strong communication.
• Proactive, empathetic, and firm‑but‑fair approach to behaviour management.
• DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with social, emotional or behavioural needs
• De-escalating incidents calmly and professionally, using restorative approaches where appropriate
• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and SENCOs to implement behaviour strategies
• Modelling positive behaviour and building trusting relationships with young people

Skills

Experience working with children or

Calm, confident under pressure

Strong interpersonal communication

Proactive empathetic approach

Firm-but-fair behaviour management

DBS Update Service available

Right to work in the UK

Job description

About the Role

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a key role in supporting pupils who may present challenging behaviour, helping them to engage positively with learning and school life.

Key Responsibilities

• Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with social, emotional or behavioural needs
• De-escalating incidents calmly and professionally, using restorative approaches where appropriate
• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and SENCOs to implement behaviour strategies
• Modelling positive behaviour and building trusting relationships with young people

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• 100% PAYE pay - no umbrella companies, no hidden deductions
• Experts in Safeguarding - all our consultants are fully trained in child protection and compliance
• Free Access to the National College - gain unlimited online CPD to enhance your professional development
• Dedicated Consultant - personalised support and guidance from a consultant who understands your career goals
• Flexible Working - ideal for balancing with other commitments or gaining experience in different school settings
• £100 Refer-a-Friend Bonus - for every successful referral

Who We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs (in education, youth work, or care settings)
• Calm, confident, and positive under pressure
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A proactive, empathetic, and firm‑but‑fair approach
• A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
• Right to work in the UK

If you're looking for flexible, meaningful work supporting pupils across Lewisham, we'd love to hear from you.