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Behaviour Mentor - Secondary SEND School - Immediate Start - Barking and Dagenham, London

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people by supporting their behaviour and personal growth? Do you have the skills to mentor students in a secondary school environment, helping them navigate academic and emotional challenges?

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join a vibrant secondary SEND school in Barking and Dagenham. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with students across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4), providing both one-on-one and small group support to help them develop positive behaviours and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students who exhibit challenging behaviours, helping them develop strategies to improve both in and out of the classroom
• Provide 1:1 mentoring and small group sessions to promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and academic engagement
• Work closely with teachers, SENCo, and other staff to implement personalised behaviour plans
• Act as a role model, encouraging students to develop confidence, resilience, and social skills
• Help students understand the impact of their behaviour and support them in making better choices
• Maintain strong communication with parents and carers to ensure consistent support for students
• Contribute to a positive school environment, promoting respect, inclusion, and a sense of community

Essential Criteria:

• Experience working with young people, ideally in a secondary SEND school setting
• Understanding of behaviour management techniques and strategies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students
• Empathy, patience, and resilience when dealing with challenging behaviour
• A proactive, solution-focused approach to supporting students
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures

Additional Information:

• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Paid up to 115 per day, term time only
• Based in Barking and Dagenham, London - excellent transport links
• Immediate start with long-term potential

If you're ready to take on this rewarding role then please send in your cv and apply below.