Behaviour Mentor – Primary & Nursery School (Southall, West London)

Location: Southall West London
Position: Behaviour Mentor Primary & Nursery
Contract Type: Full-Time Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive dependent on experience
Start Date: Immediate or Next Term

About the School

This welcoming and community-focused Primary and Nursery School in Southall is known for its inclusive ethos strong family engagement and commitment to supporting the emotional and social development of young children. The school serves a diverse community and places high importance on creating a safe respectful and nurturing learning environment.

The leadership team believes strongly in early intervention and understands that behavioural challenges in young children often stem from unmet emotional or developmental needs. As a result the school has developed a strong pastoral support structure and is now seeking a compassionate Behaviour Mentor to support pupils across Nursery Reception and Key Stage 1.

Role Overview

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

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

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 behavioural and emotional support

• Deliver small group interventions focused on social and emotional skills

• Support pupils within Nursery and classroom environments

• Assist with transitions and daily routines

• Support behaviour during unstructured times

• Implement behaviour support plans consistently

• Use play-based and trauma-informed strategies

• Collaborate with teachers EYFS staff SENCO and pastoral teams

• Observe monitor and record pupil progress

• Contribute to review meetings and planning

• Build positive relationships with families and carers

• Uphold safeguarding and child protection standards

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be patient nurturing and emotionally intelligent with a strong commitment to supporting young children. You should be confident supporting pupils who display challenging behaviour and able to respond with empathy 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 approach to behaviour support

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Emotional resilience and adaptability

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

Professional Development

The school offers structured training regular supervision and opportunities for professional growth. This role is ideal for individuals looking to progress into teaching SEN roles or pastoral leadership positions.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and inclusive school culture

• Experienced and approachable leadership

• Access to high-quality CPD and training

• A meaningful role supporting early intervention

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment

Safeguarding Statement

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