Behaviour Mentor – North & West London
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Job Location:
Greater London - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: North & West London
Contract Type: Daily Supply / Long-Term / Temp-to-Perm / Permanent
Pay: Competitive daily rate dependent on experience
Employer: Leading Education Recruitment Agency
A Leading Education Recruitment Agency is working in close partnership with a wide network of mainstream schools SEMH provisions pupil referral units and alternative education settings across North and West London to recruit experienced and motivated Behaviour Mentors. These schools support pupils who face significant barriers to learning due to challenging behaviour emotional dysregulation trauma anxiety and unmet special educational needs and they are seeking professionals who can provide calm consistent and relationship-led support.
The Role
As a Behaviour Mentor you will play a crucial role in supporting pupils whose behaviour presents challenges within a school environment. Many pupils may struggle with SEMH needs Autism ADHD attachment difficulties adverse childhood experiences or mental health challenges which can manifest as emotional outbursts withdrawal low-level disruption or more complex behaviour incidents.
Your role will focus on early intervention emotional regulation de-escalation and positive behaviour support helping pupils to remain engaged with education and develop the skills they need to succeed both academically and socially.
You may work 1:1 with an individual pupil support small intervention groups or provide flexible support across classrooms or year groups. Some placements involve working in reflection rooms inclusion units or alternative provision settings supporting pupils following behaviour incidents and helping them reintegrate successfully into lessons.
Key Responsibilities
Provide structured and consistent behaviour mentoring in line with individual behaviour plans
Support pupils to recognise emotional triggers and develop self-regulation strategies
Use calm trauma-informed de-escalation techniques
Promote positive behaviour routines boundaries and expectations
Act as a trusted adult and positive role model within the school
Support pupils during transitions break times and other high-risk periods
Work collaboratively with teachers SENCOs pastoral teams and external professionals
Monitor progress and provide regular feedback on behaviour and engagement
Maintain accurate behaviour progress and safeguarding records
Uphold safeguarding behaviour and inclusion policies at all times
About the Schools
Schools across North and West London are diverse fast-paced and community-focused. Many support pupils from complex social backgrounds and place a strong emphasis on pastoral care inclusion and emotional wellbeing. Behaviour Mentors are viewed as essential members of staff and are supported by experienced leadership teams clear behaviour frameworks and multidisciplinary support networks.
Many placements offer long-term stability allowing Behaviour Mentors to build strong relationships with pupils and contribute meaningfully to positive behaviour change and improved outcomes.
The Ideal Candidate
This role is suitable for candidates with experience or strong interest in behaviour support SEMH or pastoral work including those from backgrounds such as:
Behaviour Mentor or SEN Teaching Assistant
Youth Worker or Support Worker
Care or residential support
Psychology criminology or social science graduate
Sports or mentoring background
The successful candidate will be:
Calm resilient and emotionally intelligent
Confident managing challenging behaviour
Firm but fair with clear boundaries
A strong communicator and team player
Passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people
Committed to inclusive education
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required or willingness to apply.
Why Work With a Leading Education Recruitment Agency
Access to a wide range of Behaviour Mentor roles across North & West London
Flexible working options to suit your availability
Competitive pay with weekly payroll
Behaviour SEMH and safeguarding CPD
Dedicated consultants with specialist SEN and behaviour expertise
Clear pathways into long-term and permanent roles
Ongoing support throughout your placement
Why This Role Makes a Difference
Behaviour Mentors play a vital role in helping pupils stay in education reduce exclusions and build positive futures. This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact by supporting pupils to develop emotional literacy resilience and positive behaviour patterns that will benefit them both in and out of school.
If you are passionate about supporting young people confident managing behaviour and motivated to make a real difference in education this Behaviour Mentor role offers a challenging rewarding and meaningful career path.
How to Apply
Apply today with your CV to be considered for Behaviour Mentor opportunities across North and West London. Our specialist consultants will work closely with you to match your experience strengths and availability with the most suitable school placements.
Key Skills
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management
- Computer Skills
- Conflict Management
- Autism Experience
- Case Management
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Mentoring
- Word Processing
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