Behaviour Mentor

Salary/Rate:£95-£100 PAYE Per Day
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Harrow
County:North West London
Type of Role:Behaviour Mentor/Learning Mentor
Job ref:10297
Post Date:29.08.25
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Behaviour Mentor

Location: Harrow, North-West London
Start Date: ASAP | Full-Time (Term Time Only)
Pay: £95–£100 per day (PAYE)
Contract Type: Temp to Perm Opportunity


Are you passionate about changing the lives of young people with social, emotional and behavioural challenges?

  • Do you have the resilience, confidence, and empathy to support students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD?

  • Are you seeking a meaningful, rewarding role within a purpose-built specialist school?

  • Could you be the positive role model a young person needs?

If so, this Behaviour Mentor role could be the perfect next step in your career!


About the Role:

This state-of-the-art SEMH school in Harrow supports children and young people aged 5–18 who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, as well as Autism and ADHD. Many students also experience associated learning difficulties and display challenging behaviour.

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a vital role in helping pupils regulate their emotions, engage in learning, and build trust with adults. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you’ll contribute to a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment where every child has the chance to succeed.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and emotional regulation

  • Support with behaviour management, using de-escalation strategies and restorative approaches

  • Work proactively with the teaching team to deliver tailored interventions

  • Help create a calm, safe, and consistent environment

  • Be a role model for behaviour, communication, and respect

  • Support students both in and outside of the classroom, including during transitions or unstructured times


Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Experience working with children or young people with behavioural challenges, SEMH, or Autism

  • A calm, confident, and nurturing approach to managing behaviour

  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to defuse and de-escalate challenging situations

  • Able to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff

  • Resilient, proactive, and passionate about inclusive education


Why Work With Us?

  • Temp to Perm Opportunity – Permanent contract offered after two successful terms

  • State-of-the-art school facilities tailored for SEMH support

  • Access to specialist training and continuous professional development

  • Supportive, experienced team with a shared commitment to student wellbeing

  • A varied and rewarding role – no two days are ever the same


We also welcome applications from:

  • Psychology graduates

  • Youth workers

  • Sports coaches

  • Residential care workers

  • Individuals with transferable experience in behaviour support or mentoring


Behaviour Mentor | SEMH | Behaviour Support | Specialist School | Harrow | Psychology Graduates | Youth Workers | Education Jobs

If you're interested in this Behaviour Mentor position, please apply below or contact Daniel Anacleto at Parker Smith Inclusion to find out more.

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