Job Description

Behaviour Mentor | Newham | September 2026 Start

Do you have the resilience, emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills to support young people in overcoming barriers to learning? A forward-thinking secondary school in Newham is seeking a Behaviour Mentor to join from September 2026 on a full-time basis until July 2027.

The school has invested significantly in pastoral provision and early intervention strategies, resulting in improved attendance, behaviour and engagement across the student body. Working alongside experienced pastoral leaders, SEND professionals and senior staff, you will play a key role in supporting students who require additional behavioural and emotional guidance. This role is particularly valuable for graduates considering Educational Psychology, Social Work, Youth Justice, Mental Health Services or teaching.

Behaviour Mentor – What the School Offers

• £444–£513 per week via PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)
• Full-time contract until July 2027 with potential extension
• Weekly CPD focused on SEMH, behaviour support and safeguarding
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced pastoral and inclusion teams
• Exposure to multi-agency working and specialist intervention programmes
• Excellent preparation for Master's, Doctorate and NHS-related pathways

The Role

You will support students displaying behavioural, emotional or social difficulties through 1:1 mentoring and targeted interventions. You will help pupils develop positive strategies for learning, improve engagement and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

The Ideal Candidate

• Russell Group graduate with a 2:1 degree or above
• Strong child-centred experience through mentoring, coaching or youth work
• Resilient, empathetic and proactive approach
• Interest in behaviour, mental health and educational support

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