Behaviour Mentor - SEN / SEMH - Orpington
Full‑Time | Long‑Term | Immediate Start
Simply Education is recruiting a Behaviour Mentor to work within a specialist SEN school in Orpington, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
This school offers consistent opportunities for Behaviour Mentors and other SEN staff, providing a supportive environment and training for building a long‑term career in SEN education.
About the Role - Behaviour Mentor (SEMH)
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small group basis. The role involves working with either primary or secondary‑aged students, depending on experience.
You will play a key role in managing behaviour, improving engagement, and supporting pupils to access learning in a structured SEN setting.
About the SEN School
This SEN school in Orpington specialises in supporting pupils with SEMH needs. It offers small class sizes, strong behaviour support systems, and a highly supportive leadership team. Behaviour Mentors are a key part of the team, with staff well supported with training and guidance.
Ideal Backgrounds
* Behaviour Mentor / SEN Teaching Assistant
* Youth Worker / Support Worker
* Sports Coach or Psychology Graduate
* Experience working with SEMH, SEN, or challenging behaviour
* Anyone passionate about working with children and making a difference
Key Responsibilities
* Support pupils with SEMH and SEN needs
* Manage challenging behaviour and support emotional regulation
* Build positive relationships with pupils
* Work alongside teachers and SEN staff
* Support learning in and out of the classroom
Requirements
* Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals
* Strong behaviour management skills
* Resilient, patient, and proactive attitude
* Interest in SEN, SEMH, and Behaviour Mentor roles
What Simply Education Offers
* Competitive daily pay
* Work available every day
* Opportunities in primary and secondary SEN settings
* Dedicated consultant support from Spencer at Simply Education
* Free CPD and Behaviour Mentor training
* Career progression within SEN education
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