Behaviour Mentor - Secondary School (KS3/KS4)

Long Term Futures Ltd; Lea Bridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Permanent pathway

CPD on behaviour and SEMH

Consultant support

Job summary

Long Term Futures are recruiting an experienced Behaviour Mentor to join a mainstream secondary school in Waltham Forest, supporting students across KS3 and KS4. The role is full-time for term time only with a September 2026 start, offering 1:1 and small-group behaviour support and a potential pathway into a permanent position.

You will work closely with Heads of Year, pastoral teams and SEN staff, using de-escalation strategies and relationship-building to help students engage in learning and

Qualifications

• Previous behaviour support experience - essential
• Experience working with secondary-aged students across KS3 and KS4
• Strong knowledge of behaviour management and de-escalation
• Experience supporting students with SEMH or additional pastoral needs
• A calm, resilient and consistent approach when faced with challenging situations
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; previous relevant roles welcome

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour support across KS3 and KS4
• Support students both inside the classroom and through targeted interventions
• Build positive and consistent relationships with students who require additional support
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Work alongside Heads of Year, pastoral teams, SEN staff and teachers
• Help students manage emotional regulation and barriers to learning
• Promote improved engagement, attendance and positive behaviour
• Support successful reintegration into lessons following behavioural incidents

Skills

Behaviour support

De-escalation

KS3 KS4 experience

Pastoral support

Communication skills

Job description

Long Term Futures are recruiting an experienced Behaviour Mentor to join a mainstream secondary school in Waltham Forest, supporting students across KS3 and KS4. The role is full-time for term time only with a September 2026 start, offering 1:1 and small-group behaviour support and a potential pathway into a permanent position.

You will work closely with Heads of Year, pastoral teams and SEN staff, using de-escalation strategies and relationship-building to help students engage in learning and