Behaviour Mentor
Salary/Rate:£90 - £95
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Wandsworth
County:South West London
Type of Role:Behaviour Mentor/Learning Mentor
Job ref:10140
Post Date:22.07.25
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Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
Behaviour Mentor – Secondary School (Behaviour Support & Wellbeing - SEMH/Autism)
Location: Wandsworth
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Hours: Full-Time | Term-Time Only (Temp to Perm contract)
Salary: £90 - £100 per day (PAYE)
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people?
Do you have the confidence, empathy and resilience to support students with Autism and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs?
We are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join our dynamic and nurturing team, supporting secondary-aged pupils who face barriers to learning due to behavioural challenges, trauma, or mental health needs.
The school provides a therapeutic, trauma-informed setting where students are supported holistically to succeed both in and out of the classroom, and the staff work with their pupils, offering wraparound support.
What You'll Do:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs and Autism
- Use a nurturing, empathetic approach to build trusting relationships
- Support students across the curriculum in class and in interventions
- Help young people manage behaviour and develop coping strategies
- Take ownership and accountability for the progress and wellbeing of your key pupils
- Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external agencies
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience working with young people with Autism and SEMH needs or behavioural challenges
- Confidence in supporting students within a secondary curriculum setting
- A calm, patient and emotionally resilient individual
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to de-escalate situations effectively
- A team player who is passionate about promoting positive change in young lives
This is a rewarding role where every day is different and every interaction matters. If you’re ready to be a consistent, caring adult for students who need it most, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for more information – Please get in touch with Jamie at Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk
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