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

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

School Overview

This well-established and inclusive Primary and Nursery School located in the London Borough of Brent serves a diverse and vibrant local community. The school is deeply committed to early intervention recognising that positive behaviour emotional wellbeing and strong relationships are fundamental to a childs success in education. Leaders place high importance on pastoral care emotional literacy and creating a calm structured learning environment where all children feel safe and supported.

The school has a growing number of pupils across Nursery Reception and Key Stage 1 who require additional behavioural and emotional support. As a result the leadership team is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Behaviour Mentor to work closely with young children who may struggle with emotional regulation social interaction or behaviour for learning.

Role Purpose

The Behaviour Mentor will play a key role in supporting pupils with behavioural emotional and social needs within the Early Years and Primary setting. Many children supported in this role may present with SEMH needs ASD ADHD speech and language difficulties or attachment-related behaviours.

You will work as a consistent trusted adult helping pupils to understand their emotions manage behaviour positively and engage successfully with learning and routines. This role is both classroom-based and intervention-focused requiring patience resilience and a child-centred approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 behavioural and emotional support for pupils

• Deliver small group interventions focusing on emotional regulation and social skills

• Support pupils within Nursery and classroom settings

• Assist children during transitions playtimes and lunchtime periods

• Implement behaviour support plans and positive behaviour strategies

• Use play-based restorative and trauma-informed approaches

• Work closely with teachers EYFS staff and the SENCO

• Observe assess and monitor pupil progress

• Record observations and contribute to review meetings

• Build positive and trusting relationships with parents and carers

• Support safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be calm nurturing and emotionally resilient with a genuine passion for supporting young children. You should be confident working with children who display challenging behaviour and understand that behaviour is a form of communication.

The ideal Behaviour Mentor will have:

• Experience working with children in a Primary Nursery or EYFS setting

• Knowledge of SEMH SEND and early childhood development

• A consistent and positive approach to behaviour management

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• The ability to remain calm in emotionally challenging situations

• A proactive and reflective attitude

Qualifications in childcare education psychology youth work or mental health are beneficial but not essential.

Training and Support

The school offers comprehensive training and ongoing professional development. Behaviour Mentors are supported through regular supervision access to external training and collaboration with experienced SEN and pastoral staff. This role is ideal for individuals considering a future career in teaching educational psychology or pastoral leadership.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and inclusive school culture

• Strong leadership and pastoral systems

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

• A rewarding role making a genuine difference

• Opportunities for long-term progression

Safeguarding Statement

The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks references and safer recruitment procedures.