Behaviour Mentor – Primary & Nursery School (Haringey, North London)

Location: Haringey North London
Position: Behaviour Mentor Primary & Nursery
Contract: Full-Time Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive based on experience
Start Date: Immediate or Next Term

About the School

This community-focused Primary and Nursery School in Haringey is known for its inclusive ethos strong pastoral support systems and commitment to supporting the emotional wellbeing of young children. Serving a diverse and vibrant North London population the school places emotional development behaviour support and early intervention at the heart of its educational practice.

The leadership team recognises that behavioural challenges in the early years often reflect unmet emotional or developmental needs. As part of the schools continued investment in pastoral care they are now seeking a compassionate and resilient Behaviour Mentor to support pupils across Nursery Reception and Key Stage 1.

Role Overview

As a Behaviour Mentor you will work with children who experience difficulties with emotional regulation behaviour for learning or social interaction. Pupils may present with SEMH needs ASD ADHD speech and language delays or attachment-related behaviours.

You will support children both in the classroom and through targeted interventions helping them to develop coping strategies emotional awareness and positive behaviour patterns.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 emotional and behavioural mentoring

• Deliver small group interventions focused on social and emotional development

• Support children within Nursery and classroom environments

• Assist pupils during transitions and daily routines

• Support behaviour during unstructured times

• Implement behaviour support plans effectively

• Use trauma-informed restorative and play-based approaches

• Collaborate with teachers EYFS staff SENCO and pastoral teams

• Monitor record and report on pupil progress

• Contribute to review meetings and planning discussions

• Build strong relationships with families and carers

• Uphold safeguarding and child protection standards

The Ideal Candidate

You will be patient nurturing and emotionally intelligent with a genuine passion for supporting young children. The school is seeking someone who understands that behaviour is communication and who can respond with empathy professionalism and consistency.

You should have:

• Experience working in a Primary Nursery or EYFS setting

• Knowledge of SEND SEMH or trauma-informed practice

• A calm and consistent behaviour management style

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Emotional resilience and flexibility

Experience in childcare education psychology youth work or mental health is highly desirable.

Professional Development

The school provides structured training regular supervision and opportunities for professional growth. This role is well suited to individuals planning careers in teaching SEN provision or pastoral leadership.

What the School Offers

• A caring and inclusive school environment

• Supportive leadership and experienced staff

• Access to ongoing CPD and specialist training

• A fulfilling role supporting early intervention

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Safeguarding Statement

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references are required.