Behaviour Mentor
Posted Today by Tradewind Recruitment
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Newham, London
Summary: The Behaviour Mentor role at a vibrant secondary school in Newham, East London, involves supporting students with behavioural challenges to enhance their academic and personal success. The position requires building positive relationships and implementing strategies for self-regulation and confidence. This full-time, term-time only role is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in education and related fields. Immediate start is available for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with behavioural needs
- Develop and implement behaviour support plans in collaboration with staff
- Monitor student progress and report on behaviour and engagement
- Support students during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times
- Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies
- Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment
Key Skills:
- Experience working with young people (school-based or youth work preferred)
- Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
- Calm, patient, and resilient under pressure
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- A genuine commitment to supporting young people to succeed
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Newham
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Behaviour Mentor
Location: Newham, East London
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only
We are a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Newham seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join our pastoral team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people by supporting students to overcome behavioural barriers and succeed both academically and personally.
About the Role:
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with students who require additional support to manage their behaviour and engagement in school. You will build positive relationships, act as a role model, and implement strategies to help students develop self-regulation, confidence, and a positive attitude to learning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with behavioural needs
- Develop and implement behaviour support plans in collaboration with staff
- Monitor student progress and report on behaviour and engagement
- Support students during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times
- Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies
- Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment
About You:
Experience working with young people (school-based or youth work preferred)
Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
Calm, patient, and resilient under pressure
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A genuine commitment to supporting young people to succeed
What We Offer:
A supportive and collaborative staff team
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
The chance to make a meaningful impact every day
Opportunities for career progression within education and pastoral support
This role is ideal for individuals considering careers in teaching, youth work, counselling, or social work.