We are seeking a confident, resilient, and proactive Behaviour Mentor to join a Key Stage 4 Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in East London. This PRU supports young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom display challenging behaviours and require consistent support to re-engage with their education.This role is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and small group support to students, helping them regulate their behaviour and develop positive coping strategies.
Build trusting relationships with students, acting as a positive role model and mentor.
Implement behaviour management strategies effectively, using de-escalation techniques when required.
Support students in the classroom, ensuring they remain engaged and focused on their learning.
Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external professionals to develop and implement tailored behaviour support plans.
Assist with activities and interventions that promote social, emotional, and academic development.
Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to staff and parents/carers as need-ed.

Ideal Candidate:

Previous experience in a behaviour support role, ideally within a PRU, SEND, or SEMH setting.
Strong behaviour management skills, with experience in de-escalation and crisis management.
Training in Team Teach, MAPA, or other behaviour management programmes (preferred but not essential).
A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to working with young people with challenging behaviours.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
A commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of young people facing significant challenges.

Why Horizon Teachers?

We have been helping teachers/TAs find work since 2008
After 12 weeks we will pay you the permanent equivalent of the job
We offer free Safeguarding Training for all our staff
In our team, we have a collective experience of working with schools for over 80 years!
Easy registration process via an online link and a video consultation
We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible

As a whole, everyone from the agency have been very friendly, professional and supportive. I have previously used Horizon Teachers; they were once again my go-to agency. Thank you so much for your understanding and support!!! 5-star Google ReviewHorizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. Horizon Teachers. Enhancing Children's Education.