Behaviour Mentor - Secondary

Job Title:

Behaviour Mentor – Secondary School (South London)

Location:

South London

Contract:

Full-time, Term-Time Only

About the Role:

A vibrant secondary school in South London is seeking an enthusiastic and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join their dedicated team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong commitment to supporting young people who may present with behavioural, emotional, or social challenges, helping them engage positively with learning.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide targeted 1:1 and group support to students with behavioural or emotional needs.

* Act as a positive role model, building trust and promoting self-esteem, confidence, and resilience.

* Support teachers in managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a safe learning environment.

* Develop and implement tailored behaviour support strategies and intervention programmes.

* Work closely with pastoral teams, SEN staff, and external agencies to meet individual needs.

* Help students set personal goals and work towards achieving them, both academically and socially.

* Contribute to whole-school behaviour policies and promote a culture of respect and inclusion.

Requirements / Attributes:

* Experience working with young people in a school, youth work, or mentoring capacity.

* Strong behaviour management skills with a calm, confident, and consistent approach.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.

* Resilient, patient, and empathetic with a genuine passion for supporting young people.

* Ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and adaptability.

* Relevant qualifications (e.g., in youth work, education, psychology) are desirable but not essential.

* Enhanced DBS on the update system (or willingness to apply).

Why Join Us?

* A chance to make a significant impact on students’ lives and future opportunities.

* Supportive leadership team with ongoing training and career progression opportunities