Trauma-Informed Behaviour Mentor for Young Learners

Academics; Essex; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking

Train links

Job summary

Academics are recruiting multiple Trauma Behaviour Mentors in Havering to support primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs.

This role involves building trusted relationships, providing individual and small-group mentoring, and supporting children with challenging or dysregulated behaviour in a calm, trauma-informed setting.

Salary ranges from 93 to 120 per day with ASAP start until July 2027, and potential for permanent appointment. Parking and convenient train links are available.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs, trauma-related challenges or behavioural difficulties.
• Previous roles such as Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Pastoral Support Worker or Youth Worker are relevant.
• Patience, empathy, emotional resilience and clear communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with pupils experiencing SEMH challenges.
• Provide individual and small-group mentoring sessions.
• Support children with challenging or dysregulated behaviour.
• Help pupils recognise emotional triggers and develop coping strategies.
• Apply a calm, trauma-informed approach with clear, consistent boundaries.
• Encourage positive choices, confidence, independence and engagement with learning.
• Collaborate with teachers to provide ongoing support and celebrate progress.

Skills

SEMH experience

Trauma-informed approach

Patience and empathy

Strong communication

Job description

Academics are recruiting multiple Trauma Behaviour Mentors in Havering to support primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs.

This role involves building trusted relationships, providing individual and small-group mentoring, and supporting children with challenging or dysregulated behaviour in a calm, trauma-informed setting.

Salary ranges from 93 to 120 per day with ASAP start until July 2027, and potential for permanent appointment. Parking and convenient train links are available.