Behaviour Mentor: Support & Growth in Secondary School

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a secondary school in Barking & Dagenham, East London. The role supports students with behavioural and emotional needs and starts from November 2026, working within the pastoral team on a term-time, full-time basis.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups to foster positive relationships, improve engagement, and support attendance. A calm, resilient approach and strong communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people in a school or youth setting.
• Experience supporting challenging behaviour is desirable.
• Calm, patient and resilient with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with behavioural, social and emotional needs.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to provide targeted assistance.
• Help students manage behaviour and emotions and build resilience.
• Develop positive relationships and support engagement and attendance.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff and the SEN team.
• Assist in implementing individual behaviour and support plans.
• De-escalate incidents calmly and professionally.

Skills

Behaviour support

Young people

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Experience in school or youth setting

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor for a secondary school in Barking & Dagenham, East London. The role supports students with behavioural and emotional needs and starts from November 2026, working within the pastoral team on a term-time, full-time basis.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups to foster positive relationships, improve engagement, and support attendance. A calm, resilient approach and strong communication are essential for success.