Role: Behaviour Mentor / Learning Mentor (SEMH Support)
Location: City of Westminster Central London
Contract: Full-Time Long-Term
Salary: 90 110 per day (Experience dependent)
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a resilient and relatable individual with a passion for transforming the lives of young people Do you have the strength of character to mentor students who have become disengaged from mainstream education
A vibrant secondary school in Westminster is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to work specifically with students who require additional support to manage their emotions and conduct within the classroom. This is more than just a support roleit is an opportunity to be a consistent positive influence in a young persons life.
You will work closely with the SENCO and the Pastoral Lead to support students with Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
1-to-1 Mentoring: Deliver bespoke mentoring sessions to students at risk of exclusion helping them develop coping mechanisms and conflict-resolution skills.
Classroom Integration: Support students within the classroom to stay on task acting as a de-escalator during moments of crisis.
Restorative Justice: Facilitate restorative conversations between students and staff to repair relationships and promote a positive school culture.
Progress Tracking: Maintain detailed logs of student behavior and emotional wellbeing contributing to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Experience: Backgrounds in Youth Work Sports Coaching Psychology or Military/Police service are highly valued. Previous experience with SEMH or ASD is a plus.
Resilience: The ability to remain calm objective and professional when faced with challenging behavior or verbal aggression.
Communication: A natural ability to build rapport with hard-to-reach teenagers while maintaining professional boundaries.
Commitment: A never-give-up attitude toward student progressyou understand that change doesnt happen overnight.
Unbeatable Access: Located in the heart of London easily reachable via the Jubilee District and Circle lines.
High-Level Training: Access to specialized CPD including Team-Teach or Step-Up (de-escalation training).
Inclusive Environment: Work in a school that prioritizes student wellbeing and restorative practice over punitive measures.
Career Progression: An ideal stepping stone for those looking to move into Educational Psychology Social Work or specialized SEN Teaching.
If you have the drive to make a difference in Westminster and help students find their path back to success we want to hear from you.
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