Behaviour Mentor
Location: Merton, South West London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Pay: £90–£100 per day (PAYE)
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with behavioural and emotional challenges?
Join us as a dedicated Behaviour Mentor, supporting students aged 5–18 with SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and related learning challenges, and help make a real difference every day!
The Role:
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will:
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Build trusted relationships to support students' emotional regulation
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Help manage behaviour using de-escalation and restorative approaches
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Deliver targeted interventions in and out of class
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Create a calm, consistent, and safe learning environment
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Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff
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Builds positive, trusting relationships with students to support emotional wellbeing and promote engagement.
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Implements strategies to help students self-regulate emotions and behaviours, including the use of visual aids, calming techniques, and structured routines.
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Supports students in recognising triggers, managing anxiety, and developing coping skills in a safe and supportive environment.
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Works closely with teaching staff to adapt learning environments and behaviour plans tailored to individual needs.
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Uses de-escalation techniques and restorative approaches to manage challenging behaviour calmly and constructively.
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Encourages social interaction, communication, and independence through structured activities and mentoring.
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Monitors student progress and behaviour, providing feedback to SENCOs, teachers, and external professionals as needed.
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Acts as a consistent, calming presence throughout the school day, offering proactive and responsive support when difficulties arise.
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Promotes inclusion by helping students access learning and participate positively in school life.
About You:
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Experience with SEMH, Autism, ADHD or challenging behaviour (in any setting)
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Calm, confident, and empathetic in your approach
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Skilled in managing conflict and de-escalating situations
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Team player with strong communication skills
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Resilient, proactive, and passionate about inclusive education
We Welcome Applicants From:
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Psychology or Criminology graduates
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Youth workers and sports coaches
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Teaching assistants with SEN experience
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Residential care workers or support workers
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Anyone with relevant transferable skills in behaviour support
What We Offer:
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Temp to perm opportunity with long-term career potential
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Exceptional, purpose-built school environment
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Specialist training and CPD opportunities
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Supportive leadership and experienced staff team
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Meaningful, varied work – every day is different
Interested?
Apply now or contact Jamie Martinez at Parker Smith Inclusion for more information.