Job Description

Behaviour Mentor - Barking & Dagenham

Start: September

Type: Full-Time | Long-Term

Pay: £100-£130 per day

We are recruiting Behaviour Mentors to work in specialist provisions across Barking & Dagenham, supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.

These roles are active, fast-paced and require staff who can build relationships quickly while maintaining calm and consistency.

What you'll be doing:

Supporting pupils with behaviour and emotional regulation

Working 1:1 and in small groups across the school day

Helping students access learning in a structured way

Using de-escalation and positive behaviour strategies

Supporting daily routines and transitions

What we're looking for:

Experience in youth work, sports coaching, education or support roles

Confident, energetic but calm under pressure

Ability to build rapport quickly with young people

Strong behaviour management skills

Resilient and proactive attitude

Why Barking & Dagenham:

A great area for hands-on, practical SEMH work - schools here value staff who can engage pupils quickly and consistently