Behaviour Mentor – Transform Lives at an Award-Winning SEMH School in Bexley
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Salary: £100–£110 per day (term-time only, full-time)
Location: Bexley, South East London – DA6
Start Date: ASAP
This is more than a school — it’s a second chance. An Outstanding-rated SEMH secondary in Bexley is seeking a dedicated, emotionally intelligent Behaviour Mentor to join its expert therapeutic team. Every student here has faced significant barriers — from trauma and anxiety to persistent behavioural challenges — and your role will be vital in helping them reconnect with education.
You’ll work in small class settings, guided by a leadership team renowned for their award-winning approach to behaviour, inclusion, and emotional development. This isn’t just about managing behaviour — it’s about changing lives, step by step, with consistency, care, and clarity.
Key Highlights:
* Behaviour Mentor position in a top-tier SEMH school for 11–16 year olds
* Start ASAP – long-term, stable role through the academic year
* £100–£110 per day, depending on experience and training
* Work closely with pupils navigating trauma, anxiety, or social exclusion
* Access to CPD in trauma-informed practice, de-escalation, restorative strategies
* School praised by Ofsted for its “exceptional pastoral care and staff development”
* Pathways into Youth Justice, Educational Psychology, or SEND Teaching
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Offering 1:1 and small group mentoring for pupils with SEMH diagnoses
* Supporting pupils with daily routines, transitions, and emotional regulation
* Reinforcing behaviour plans and de-escalation protocols in and out of class
* Collaborating with in-house therapists, pastoral leads, and external agencies
* Acting as a consistent adult role model, building trust over time
* Supporting students to rebuild confidence, resilience, and academic engagement
Ideal Behaviour Mentor For this Bexley School:
* Confident, calm, and compassionate under pressure
* Experience in youth work, mental health, SEN, or similar field (formal or informal)
* Genuinely passionate about inclusion and long-term impact
* Strong communicator and team player
* Full-time availability from this term onwards
Why Join This SEMH School in Bexley?:
* Rated Outstanding for leadership, inclusion, and behaviour
* Small classes (4–6 pupils) with high staff-to-student ratios
* Onsite therapists, family support workers, and behaviour specialists
* Personalised induction and weekly reflective practice sessions
* Excellent track record of supporting TAs into teacher training and therapeutic careers
* Calm, nurturing, well-resourced environment with a powerful mission
How to Apply:
Click ‘APPLY’ or send your CV to JobsinED now. If you’re ready to support students who need more than just a lesson — but a guide, advocate, and role model — this Behaviour Mentor role in Bexley is your opportunity to make real impact.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Behaviour Mentor to gain long-term experience in a top Bexley SEMH school.
Interviews are ongoing – secure your place today