Behaviour Mentor

Salary/Rate:£90 - £100
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Merton
County:South West London
Type of Role:Behaviour Mentor/Learning Mentor
Job ref:10372
Post Date:11.09.25
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About the Role

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:

  • Build trusted relationships to support students' emotional regulation

  • Help manage behaviour using de-escalation and restorative approaches

  • Deliver targeted interventions in and out of class

  • Create a calm, consistent, and safe learning environment

  • Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff

  • Builds positive, trusting relationships with students to support emotional wellbeing and promote engagement.

  • Implements strategies to help students self-regulate emotions and behaviours, including the use of visual aids, calming techniques, and structured routines.

  • Supports students in recognising triggers, managing anxiety, and developing coping skills in a safe and supportive environment.

  • Works closely with teaching staff to adapt learning environments and behaviour plans tailored to individual needs.

  • Uses de-escalation techniques and restorative approaches to manage challenging behaviour calmly and constructively.

  • Encourages social interaction, communication, and independence through structured activities and mentoring.

  • Monitors student progress and behaviour, providing feedback to SENCOs, teachers, and external professionals as needed.

  • Acts as a consistent, calming presence throughout the school day, offering proactive and responsive support when difficulties arise.

  • Promotes inclusion by helping students access learning and participate positively in school life.

About You:

  • Experience with SEMH, Autism, ADHD or challenging behaviour (in any setting)

  • Calm, confident, and empathetic in your approach

  • Skilled in managing conflict and de-escalating situations

  • Team player with strong communication skills

  • Resilient, proactive, and passionate about inclusive education

We Welcome Applicants From:

  • Psychology or Criminology graduates

  • Youth workers and sports coaches

  • Teaching assistants with SEN experience

  • Residential care workers or support workers

  • Anyone with relevant transferable skills in behaviour support

What We Offer:

  • Temp to perm opportunity with long-term career potential

  • Exceptional, purpose-built school environment

  • Specialist training and CPD opportunities

  • Supportive leadership and experienced staff team

  • Meaningful, varied work – every day is different

Interested?
Apply now or contact Jamie Martinez at Parker Smith Inclusion for more information.

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