Behaviour Mentor – SEMH, CLARUS EDUCATION

Guardian Jobs; East London; On-site; ZAR 590 000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive primary school is seeking two experienced Behaviour Mentors to join their SEMH Additionally Resourced Provision. The role involves supporting pupils with significant social, emotional, and behavioural needs, utilizing strong behaviour management skills. The ideal candidates will have solid experience in SEMH and a passion for helping vulnerable children. This is a permanent, full-time position, with an ASAP start. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Paid to scale (AWR)

Professional development opportunities

Dedicated support consultant

DBS advice and guidance

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Solid experience supporting pupils with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Confident, firm, calm and resilient.
• Reliable, dedicated and passionate about helping vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of SEMH needs within a specialist provision.
• Implement behaviour management, regulation and de-escalation strategies.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who require consistency.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management skills

Ability to de-escalate

Calm and resilient demeanor

Experience with primary-aged pupils

Education

QTS awarded by the British Department for Education

Job description

Behaviour Mentors – Additionally Resourced Provision (SEMH)

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Approx. £26,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Bexley, South-East London

A supportive and inclusive primary school in Bexley is seeking two experienced Behaviour Mentors to join their Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Additionally Resourced Provision. This specialist provision supports pupils with complex SEMH needs who require a highly structured, nurturing, and consistent environment.

These are permanent, full-time positions, and solid experience supporting pupils with SEMH or challenging behaviour is essential.

About the Role: Behaviour Mentor – SEMH

You will work as part of a dedicated team supporting pupils with significant social, emotional and behavioural needs. The role involves working both 1:1 and in small groups, helping pupils regulate their emotions, engage with learning and develop positive behaviour strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of SEMH needs within a specialist provision
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who require consistency
• Implement behaviour management, regulation and de-escalation strategies
• Support the delivery of personalised learning and interventions
• Promote emotional well-being, resilience and academic progress
• Work closely with the SEMH Lead, BEHAVIOUR MENTOR and wider inclusion team
• Maintain a calm, structured and nurturing learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Must have solid SEMH or Behaviour Mentoring experience
• Confident, firm, calm and resilient
• Strong behaviour management skills, with the ability to de-escalate effectively
• Experience supporting primary-aged pupils is preferred
• Reliable, dedicated and passionate about helping vulnerable children
• Available for a full-time, ASAP start

What The School Offers

• A well-structured and well-supported SEMH provision
• A collaborative and welcoming team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference

Benefits of joining Clarus Education as a Behaviour Mentor

• Paid to scale (AWR) – equal to permanent staff from week 12
• Specialist support for long-term and leadership roles
• Your own dedicated consultant
• DBS advice and guidance
• £250 ‘Refer a Teacher’ bonus / £150 for support staff
• Ongoing professional and pastoral support

Additional Information

Please note: Sponsorship cannot be offered for this position Behaviour Mentor role. Applicants must hold QTS awarded by the British Department for Education.

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How To Apply

To apply for this Behaviour Mentor, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Behaviour Mentor role now and will be interviewing ASAP.

Safeguarding

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Behaviour Mentor, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Behaviour Mentor candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Behaviour Mentor post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this Behaviour Mentor opportunity by sending your CV. You will be contacted (if shortlisted) for the Behaviour Mentor role within 48 hours.

Behaviour Mentor | Bexley | South-East London

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