Job Description
Behaviour Mentor | Barking & Dagenham | September 2026
Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a positive impact on their wellbeing and education? If so, we are looking for an enthusiastic Behaviour Mentor to join a welcoming secondary school in Barking & Dagenham.
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will support students aged 11-16 who require additional guidance to engage positively with school life. Working closely with pupils with SEN, SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and behavioural needs, you will play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
Why choose this Behaviour Mentor role?
- Join a supportive and inclusive secondary school
- Gain valuable experience working with students aged 11-16
- Support pupils with SEMH needs, Autism, ADHD, and emotional regulation difficulties
- Work alongside experienced SEN professionals, pastoral leaders, and inclusion staff
- Deliver 1:1 mentoring and small-group interventions
- Excellent experience for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, counsellors, or mental health professionals
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Looking for a Behaviour Mentor who...
- Can build positive relationships with young people
- Has previous experience working with children or young adults
- Is passionate about supporting students with additional needs
- Is considering a future career in education, psychology, counselling, or mental health support
- Possesses excellent communication skills, patience, and resilience
- Can act as a positive role model for students
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Behaviour Mentor seeking a rewarding role within education. As a Behaviour Mentor, you will provide academic, behavioural, and emotional support to students who need it most, helping them develop confidence, resilience, and a positive attitude towards learning.
If you are an aspiring Behaviour Mentor looking to gain meaningful school-based experience while making a genuine difference to young people's lives, we would love to hear from you.
Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Behaviour Mentor in Barking and Dagenham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Behaviour Mentor role.
Behaviour Mentor | Barking and Dagenham | INDSUP