Inspiring Behaviour Mentor for Primary Schools (Balham)

Ortus Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Ongoing and long-term work

Support from recruitment team

Job summary

Ortus Recruitment Ltd is seeking a confident Behaviour Mentor to support pupils in Balham, Wandsworth, within mainstream primary schools. The role is full-time, PAYE, with an immediate start and daily pay of £93–£115.

You will help pupils manage emotions, build trust, and develop resilience and social skills, working alongside teachers and pastoral staff to create a calm, structured learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people.
• Ability to stay calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Patience, empathy and resilience.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to establish appropriate boundaries while remaining approachable.
• Passion for helping children succeed.
• Available for an immediate school trial.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for pupils requiring additional behavioural guidance.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support children in managing challenging situations appropriately.
• Help pupils develop confidence, resilience and social skills.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to implement behaviour strategies.
• Support classroom engagement and participation.
• Promote a calm, structured and positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Job description

Ortus Recruitment Ltd is seeking a confident Behaviour Mentor to support pupils in Balham, Wandsworth, within mainstream primary schools. The role is full-time, PAYE, with an immediate start and daily pay of £93–£115.

You will help pupils manage emotions, build trust, and develop resilience and social skills, working alongside teachers and pastoral staff to create a calm, structured learning environment.