Behaviour Mentor
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Hammersmith, London |
| Area | West London, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Secondary Education - Support Staff/ Supervisor |
| Salary | £115 - £125 per day |
| Start Date | asap |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | GY/BM72LS_1768897221 |
| Job Views | 23 |
- Description
Behaviour Mentor - SEN Centre (Linked to Secondary School)
Location: West London Contract: Long-term, ongoing Working Pattern: Term-time only Start Date: ASAP / Flexible for the right candidate
About the Role
We are seeking a committed and resilient Behaviour Mentor to support the daily running of a specialist SEN centre linked to a mainstream secondary school. This is a long-term, rewarding role supporting students with a range of additional needs, including SEMH, ASD, and behavioural challenges.
The successful candidate will work closely with the SEN Team Leader and wider pastoral staff to create a safe, inclusive, and structured environment where students can thrive both socially and academically.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group behaviour support to students with SEN/SEMH needs.
- Implement behaviour plans and de-escalation strategies confidently and consistently.
- Support the smooth running of the SEN centre, ensuring routines and expectations are maintained.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with students to encourage engagement and progress.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and external agencies.
- Model emotional regulation and promote positive behaviour at all times.
- Contribute to safe-guarding and wellbeing processes within the school.
Requirements
- Experience supporting young people with behavioural or social-emotional needs (school or alternative provision experience desirable).
- Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
- A calm, empathetic, and patient approach.
- Ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
What We Offer
- Long-term, stable position within a supportive and well-resourced SEN setting.
- Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
- Competitive daily rate through agency.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a specialist provision.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
