Behaviour Mentor
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Behaviour Mentor, Behaviour Support Officer, Secondary School, SEND Teaching Assistant
Enfield
Posted 1 year ago
Behaviour Mentor – ASAP Start – Full-Time – £100-£110 Per Day – Enfield
Are you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) and behavioural needs?
Do you thrive in roles where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of young people?
Are you looking for a role with exciting progression and development opportunities in pastoral, behavioural and leadership teams?
We are seeking a confident and experienced Behaviour Mentor to join this vibrant secondary school in Enfield. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in mental health and a commitment to helping students overcome barriers to learning.
Key Responsibilities of the Behaviour Mentor:
- Provide one-to-one mentoring and support to students with SEMH needs.
- Assist in managing behaviour effectively, creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Work closely with the pastoral team to address students’ individual needs and support their emotional development.
- Build strong relationships with students, acting as a role model and advocate for their well-being.
- Collaborate with teachers and other staff to implement tailored strategies that help students succeed.
- Supervise detentions and exclusion rooms.
About the Successful Behaviour Mentor:
- Experience: Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, particularly in managing behaviour, is essential.
- Education: A degree in Psychology or a related field is highly desirable.
- Skills: Confident, empathetic, and patient, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Motivation: A strong interest in mental health and aspirations to progress into pastoral care or a behaviour mentoring role.
- Compliance: Must have a valid DBS on the update service and be able to provide excellent references covering the last two years.