KS2 Behaviour Support Mentor

ACADEMICS; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is looking for a KS2 Behaviour Support Mentor in Basildon, Essex. This role is ideal for psychology or criminology graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The successful candidate will receive ample training and will be committed to making a positive impact on students' lives. This long-term position offers a salary between £88-100 per day and the potential to go permanent. Apply now to make a difference!

Benefits

Ample training and support

Good Ofsted rating

Qualifications

• Must have UK school experience or child-related qualification.
• Genuine passion for helping struggling children.
• Ability to support children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children struggling with SEMH needs.
• Build personal relationships with students.
• Facilitate a positive learning environment.

Skills

Passion for mental health

Experience with SEN/SEMH

Patience

Dedication

Education

Psychology or criminology degree

UK school experience

Job description

KS2 Behaviour Support Mentor - Basildon, Essex

Education and training

Are you interested in and passionate about mental health and the behaviour of young students?

Have you recently graduated and seeking a role where you can gain hands‑on experience?

Or perhaps you are an experienced LSA/TA who would like to work with children who have SEN or SEMH?

Would you like to join a team where team‑work is encouraged and everyone supports each other, to ensure the most positive impact on the students and their learning?

If this sounds like you, then please apply today!

Academics are working with a flourishing mainstream Primary School based in Basildon, Essex. The Head Teacher of this schools is seeking a dedicated, motivated and patient individual to join the KS2 team, as a Behavioural Support Mentor. This role is due to start as soon as possible. So, if you are interested in this role, please apply today!

** KS2 Behaviour Support Mentor

** Basildon, Essex

** ASAP/ January 2026 start

** £88-100 per day (Paid weekly)

** Long-term contract with the view of going permanent

** Ample training and support given

** Good Ofsted rating

• KS2 Behaviour Support Mentor

The role of a behaviour support mentor is to support children who struggle with Social, Emotional Mental Health & Special education needs. Across KS2, the schools supports children who suffer with mild‑extreme anxiety, depression, ODD etc. The Head Teacher is seeking someone who is genuinely interested in and passionate about helping children which such struggles. The ideal candidate should be patient, kind, dedicated and committed. Getting to know each student on a personal level is imperative. Training and support will be given to best help you support these children.

This role is a fantastic opportunity for a psychology/criminology graduate who is keen to gain hands‑on experience with different behaviours and mental health needs.

Alternatively, this would be the perfect role for an experienced TA/LSA who is seeking the opportunity to work with children with complex needs and gain extensive knowledge on SEN/SEMH.

No matter if you are a graduate or an experienced TA/LSA, this role is a great opportunity to give back to the community and make a real positive impact on young student's lives.

• The ideal candidate must have UK school experience or a child related qualification and a genuine passion for helping struggling children achieve their best academically & emotionally.

If you are interested in this KS2 Behaviour Support Mentor role, please click 'Apply Now' or send your updated CV to [e-mail]

For more information, please call Sarah on 01245 921 888

KS2 Behaviour Support Mentor - Basildon - Education and training - Basildon

Education and training