LSA/Mentor

Philosophy Education, Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education, Ltd. is recruiting an LSA and Behaviour Mentor for an independent secondary school in Enfield. The role supports students aged 11 to 19 with SEMH in a small, therapeutic environment.

You will work with teachers, therapists and support staff to promote engagement, calm routines and positive behaviour, with immediate start available and daily pay of £90-£100.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs is advantageous.
• Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, patient approach.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to students with SEMH needs, helping them engage in lessons and daily routines.
• Work with teachers, therapists and support staff to maintain a calm, structured, and safe learning environment.
• Implement behaviour and emotional regulation strategies in line with student support plans.
• Encourage social skills, emotional resilience, and confidence.
• Support students in overcoming barriers to learning through consistent, empathetic guidance.

Skills

SEM H experience

Behaviour management

Empathy and patience

Relationship building

Job description

LSA and Behaviour Mentor – Enfield

Location: Enfield
Contract: Full-Time

Pay: £90-£100 per day
Start: ASAP / Immediate Start Available

We are recruiting a dedicated LSA and Behaviour Mentorto join an independent secondary school for students aged 11 to 19 who will thrive in a small, therapeutic, and nurturing environment. This specialist setting supports young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing a tailored and highly supportive approach to learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to students with SEMH needs, helping them engage positively in lessons and daily routines.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff to maintain a calm, structured, and safe learning environment.
• Implement behaviour and emotional regulation strategies in line with student support plans.
• Encourage the development of social skills, emotional resilience, and confidence.
• Support students in overcoming barriers to learning through consistent, empathetic guidance.

Applicant Suitability

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs is highly advantageous.
• Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Ability to build trusting and supportive relationships with students.
• Resilience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for helping vulnerable young people succeed.