Behaviour Mentor / Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant Contract: Permanent, Full Time, Term Time Only Start Date: January 2026 Salary: From £25,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Location: Bexley, South East London A primary school in Bexley is looking for an experienced Behaviour Mentor / Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team on a permanent, full-time, term-time only basis from January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and dedicated professional who has strong behaviour management skills and experience supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Role Overview: Behaviour Mentor/ SEMH Teaching Assistant Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs Help pupils develop positive behaviour, self-regulation and engagement with learning Support the implementation of behaviour plans and de-escalation strategies Collaborate closely with class teachers, SENCO and inclusion staff Maintain a structured, calm and supportive learning environment Encourage pupils’ emotional resilience, independence and social development Work across the primary age range, adapting support to individual needs Person Specification: Behaviour Mentor/ SEMH Teaching Assistant Proven experience working in UK schools Solid background supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural challenges Confident and consistent behaviour management skills Calm, firm and empathetic approach Reliable, resilient and highly motivated Ability to form positive relationships with pupils and staff Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) Benefits: Behaviour Mentor/ SEMH Teaching Assistant Permanent, full-time position with term-time working Salary starting from £25,000 per annum Work in a supportive and inclusive environment Opportunity to make a real difference to pupils with SEMH needs Collaboration with a dedicated SEN and inclusion team Additional Information Please note: Sponsorship cannot be offered for this position Behaviour Mentor / SEMH Teaching Assistant role. Please see our website page headed ‘About’ and scroll to the bottom to see our ‘Privacy Notice’ for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you. How To Apply To apply for this Behaviour Mentor, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Behaviour Mentor role now and will be interviewing ASAP. Safeguarding We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Behaviour Mentor, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Behaviour Mentor candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Behaviour Mentor post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Apply for this Behaviour Mentor opportunity by sending your CV. You will be contacted (if shortlisted) for the Behaviour Mentor role within 48 hours. Behaviour Mentor | Bexley | South-East London INDPTLND22