Education First is recruiting an experienced and nurturing Behaviour Mentor to join a welcoming 3-form entry primary school in Lewisham, starting ASAP!
The successful Behaviour Mentor will provide dedicated support to primary-aged pupils who require additional support with their behaviour, emotional regulation, social development and engagement with learning.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Behaviour Mentor, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Youth Worker or Support Worker looking for a long-term position within a supportive mainstream primary school.
The School
This welcoming 3-form entry primary school in Lewisham provides a supportive and inclusive environment for children across the primary age range. The school has a strong focus on creating positive relationships, encouraging pupils to develop confidence and independence, and ensuring every child is given the opportunity to succeed.
The successful candidate will support pupils who may experience behavioural difficulties, emotional regulation needs, ADHD, ASD, anxiety, social and communication difficulties or other barriers to learning.
The school takes a nurturing and individualised approach to supporting pupils, with staff working closely with children to understand the reasons behind their behaviour and help them develop positive strategies for managing their emotions and interactions with others.
The Role – Behaviour Mentor
As a Behaviour Mentor working within the primary school, you will:
* Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils both inside and outside the classroom
* Support pupils with behavioural, emotional and social needs
* Help pupils develop positive strategies for managing their emotions and behaviour
* Build strong, positive and trusting relationships with pupils
* Support pupils to remain engaged and focused during lessons
* Help children overcome barriers to learning and develop confidence in the classroom
* Encourage pupils to develop resilience, independence and positive social skills
* Use appropriate behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
* Support pupils during challenging or dysregulated situations
* Follow individual behaviour, learning and support plans
* Support pupils to develop positive relationships with their peers and staff
What We're Looking For
* Previous experience working with children with SEN/SEND, behavioural or emotional needs
* Experience supporting primary-aged children
* Experience working with ASD, ADHD, SEMH or challenging behaviour
* Experience providing 1:1 or small-group behavioural, pastoral or emotional support
* Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
* The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with children
* A calm, patient and nurturing approach
* A good understanding of safeguarding
* Experience supporting children with emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, trauma or social and communication needs would be advantageous
* Previous experience within a primary school, SEN setting, specialist provision or similar environment would be desirable
* Team Teach or Physical Intervention training would be advantageous but is not essential
What You Can Expect
* £110–£120 per day, depending on experience
* ASAP Start
* Long-term opportunity
* Supportive 3-form entry primary school in Lewisham
* Opportunity to work closely with children requiring additional behavioural and emotional support
* Dedicated Education First consultant
* Opportunity to develop your SEN, behaviour and pastoral support experience
* Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's confidence, behaviour and engagement with learning
Who Is This Role For?
This role would suit an experienced Behaviour Mentor, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Youth Worker, Support Worker or Behaviour Support Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity within a supportive primary school in Lewisham.
Interested?
If you're passionate about supporting children and have experience working with behavioural, emotional or SEN needs, apply today.
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Salary description
£110.00 - £120.00 per day