Location: Islington, North London
Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
School Setting: Primary School (Reception–Year 6)
Pay Rate: £90–£125 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, term-time, long-term
Start Date: Immediate or by agreement
Role Overview
A welcoming primary school in Islington, North London, is seeking a skilled, empathetic, and proactive Behaviour Mentor to join its pastoral and SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) support team. The school is committed to nurturing every child’s social, emotional, and academic development, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with pupils who require additional guidance to manage behaviour, regulate emotions, and engage fully in classroom learning. Pupils may have SEMH needs, ADHD, anxiety, low self-esteem, or difficulties forming positive relationships with peers.
This role is ideal for individuals passionate about mentoring primary-aged children, delivering structured interventions, and collaborating with teaching staff and pastoral leads to implement tailored behaviour support plans that enable pupils to thrive.
Purpose of the Behaviour Mentor Role
The Behaviour Mentor supports pupils in overcoming barriers to learning caused by behavioural or emotional challenges. This role incorporates both proactive and reactive support:
* Proactive support: Plan and deliver 1:1 mentoring and small group sessions to enhance social skills, emotional regulation, confidence, and resilience.
* Reactive support: Provide immediate support during behavioural incidents, helping pupils manage emotions, repair relationships, and reintegrate successfully into classroom learning.
The school employs a trauma-informed and restorative approach, recognising that challenging behaviour often reflects unmet needs. You will help pupils understand and manage their emotions, develop coping strategies, and build positive peer and staff relationships.
Key Responsibilities
As a Behaviour Mentor in Islington, your responsibilities will include:
* Providing 1:1 mentoring for pupils requiring additional behavioural or emotional support.
* Leading small group sessions focused on developing social skills, emotional regulation, resilience, and self-confidence.
* Supporting pupils in classrooms to maintain focus, engagement, and positive behaviour.
* Assisting during unstructured times such as playtimes, lunchtimes, and transitions to prevent conflict and encourage positive peer interactions.
* Calmly de-escalating challenging behaviour using restorative and trauma-informed strategies.
* Supporting pupils after incidents to reflect on behaviour, repair relationships, and develop strategies for future success.
* Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to implement individual behaviour support plans.
* Maintaining accurate records of interventions, incidents, and pupil progress.
* Promoting empathy, restorative practices, and problem-solving skills among pupils.
* Upholding safeguarding policies and professional boundaries at all times.
The School Environment
This primary school in Islington serves a diverse urban community and places a strong emphasis on inclusion, pastoral care, and emotional wellbeing. Leadership recognises the vital role of Behaviour Mentors and provides guidance, supervision, and professional development opportunities.
The school combines trauma-informed and restorative approaches with structured behaviour management strategies. Pupils are supported to develop emotional resilience, self-regulation, and positive social skills while achieving academic progress.
Students You Will Support
Children supported by a Behaviour Mentor may:
* Display disruptive, withdrawn, or challenging behaviour.
* Struggle with emotional regulation, low self-esteem, or anxiety.
* Have SEMH needs, ADHD, or attachment-related difficulties.
* Experience challenges in peer relationships, routines, or transitions.
* Be at risk of disengaging from learning or social activities.
Your support will help pupils build confidence, resilience, and positive behavioural strategies, enabling them to fully engage in school life.
Who This Role Is Suitable For
This role is ideal for individuals who:
* Have experience supporting primary-aged children in schools, care, or youth services.
* Are patient, empathetic, and emotionally resilient.
* Can manage challenging behaviour effectively and supportively.
* Are confident in building strong, professional relationships with children.
* Are motivated to work in pastoral care and support inclusion.
Graduates in psychology, education, social sciences, or related fields are encouraged to apply, as are experienced Behaviour Mentors seeking a primary school setting.
Essential Requirements
* Experience supporting children with behavioural or emotional challenges.
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
* Ability to remain calm, professional, and consistent under pressure.
* Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and equality.
* Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development.
Desirable Experience
* Previous Behaviour Mentor or Teaching Assistant experience in primary schools.
* Knowledge of SEMH, ADHD, or trauma-informed practice.
* Experience delivering 1:1 or small group interventions.
* Relevant qualifications in education, pastoral care, or child development.
What the School Offers
* Competitive daily pay with long-term stability.
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.
* Supportive teaching, pastoral, and leadership teams.
* Opportunities for career progression within primary education and pastoral care.
* A positive, inclusive, and professional working environment.
Why This Role Is Meaningful
As a Behaviour Mentor in Islington, you will have a direct and lasting impact on pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development. Your guidance and support will help pupils manage their emotions, build resilience, and engage positively in both learning and social interactions.
If you are passionate about working with primary-aged children, committed to inclusion, and motivated to make a real difference, this Behaviour Mentor role in Islington offers a highly rewarding and impactful opportunity.