Behaviour Mentor - Autism
Salary/Rate:£95 - £100
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Richmond
County:South West London
Type of Role:Behaviour Mentor/Learning Mentor
Job ref:9686
Post Date:09.06.25
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Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
Join Our Dedicated Team as a Behaviour Mentor / Teaching Assistant!
Location: Twickenham, South West London
Contract Type: Full-Time 1 year fixed contract - Permanent after a year
Salary: £95 - £100 per day PAYE
Start Date: September 2025
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with Autism and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
We are looking for a resilient, compassionate, and proactive Autism Behaviour Mentor / Teaching Assistant to join our specialist Nurture Class. This vital role supports students with Autism who may present challenging behaviours such as biting, self-injury, and sensory dysregulation, as well as pupils with broader SEMH needs.
Your Role Will Include:
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Providing consistent 1:1 and small-group support to students in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment
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Implementing personalised behaviour and sensory regulation strategies
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Working closely with the SENCO, therapists, and teaching staff to deliver tailored interventions
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Building trusting relationships with students, helping them feel safe, understood, and empowered to learn
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De-escalating behaviour safely using positive behaviour support techniques
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8am - 3:30pm (one day a week you will work 4pm)
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
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Has experience working with children or young people with Autism and/or SEMH
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Remains calm under pressure and shows empathy in challenging situations
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Understands sensory needs and how they impact learning and behaviour
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Is committed to inclusion and believes every child can thrive with the right support
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Has MAPA training (or is willing to be trained)
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Someone with a background as a SEND TA in a school/PRU/Provision or someone who has worked with young people in correctional facilities
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If you have a background in the police, youth centres, prisons, you are also welcome to apply.
What We Offer:
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A supportive and collaborative team environment
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Ongoing CPD, including training in behaviour management and Autism-specific approaches
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The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day
If you're ready to bring your energy, empathy, and experience to a rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Jamie Martinez at PS Inclusion: Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk for more information.
Inclusion starts with understanding. Be part of that change.
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