SEMH & Behaviour Mentor — Primary School Support Champion

Tradewind Recruitment; Grays; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant

CPD & training

Long-term opportunities

PAYE

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEMH & Behaviour Mentor to join a primary school in Thurrock. You will provide targeted support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs, building relationships and helping them engage with learning.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group work, collaboration with the SENCO and pastoral team, and contributing to a safe, inclusive school environment from September 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH and behavioural needs in a primary setting.
• Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with children.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach to challenging behaviour.
• Experience working with teachers, SENCO and pastoral teams is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and be a consistent role model.
• Support pupils to understand and regulate their emotions.
• Help pupils develop positive strategies for managing their behaviour.
• Support pupils who may display challenging or dysregulated behaviour.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and interventions as required.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour mentor

Behaviour management

1:1 support

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEMH & Behaviour Mentor to join a primary school in Thurrock. You will provide targeted support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs, building relationships and helping them engage with learning.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group work, collaboration with the SENCO and pastoral team, and contributing to a safe, inclusive school environment from September 2026.