Behaviour Mentor

Job Title: Behaviour Mentor

Location: Mainstream Secondary School, Croydon
Salary: 85-130 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary (with potential for permanent role)
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting students to reach their full potential? Our mainstream secondary school in Croydon is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Mentor to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in education or youth support, who is keen to make a positive impact on students' lives.

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with students who may require additional support in managing their behaviour and emotions. Your role will be to provide 1:1 mentoring, small group support, and interventions to help students improve their social, emotional, and behavioural development. You will work alongside teaching staff and the pastoral team to ensure a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with behavioural or emotional challenges
• Implement strategies to support students in managing their behaviour and emotions in the classroom and around school
• Work closely with teaching staff and senior leaders to monitor and track students' progress
• Act as a positive role model, offering guidance, support, and encouragement to students
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students to help them overcome barriers to learning
• Support students during transitions and help them develop coping strategies
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and behaviour
• Support with the delivery of targeted interventions and behaviour plans

• Experience: Experience working with young people in an education or support capacity is highly desirable. A background in youth work, SEN support, or similar is beneficial.
• Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Empathy & Patience: You must be patient, understanding, and resilient, with a strong desire to help students succeed.
• Knowledge: A good understanding of behaviour management techniques and strategies is essential.
• Qualifications: While not essential, a relevant qualification in education, psychology, or youth work would be advantageous.

• Competitive Salary: 85-130 per day, depending on experience.
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated and experienced team of staff, committed to student success and wellbeing.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career progression.
• Positive Impact: Play a vital role in creating an inclusive and supportive environment where students can thrive.

If you are passionate about supporting students and are looking for a rewarding role, we would love to hear from you! Please send your updated CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in the role.