Location: Hillingdon, West London
Position: Behaviour Mentor – Primary & Nursery
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start Date: Immediate or Next Term
School Overview
This well-respected Primary and Nursery School in Hillingdon places emotional wellbeing and behaviour support at the heart of its educational approach. Serving a diverse and growing community, the school is committed to ensuring that every child feels safe, supported, and able to thrive.
The leadership team strongly believes in early intervention and has developed a robust pastoral and SEND support framework. With an increasing number of pupils requiring behavioural and emotional support across EYFS and Key Stage 1, the school is now seeking an experienced and compassionate Behaviour Mentor.
The Role
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will support children who struggle with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and social interaction. Pupils may present with SEMH needs, ASD, ADHD, communication difficulties, or trauma-related behaviours.
You will work closely with teaching staff to provide targeted interventions, emotional support, and consistent behaviour strategies. This role requires a calm, patient, and child-centred approach.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 mentoring and emotional support
* Deliver small group behaviour and social skills interventions
* Support pupils in classroom and play-based learning environments
* Assist children during transitions and unstructured times
* Implement and review behaviour support plans
* Use trauma-informed and restorative approaches
* Collaborate with teachers, EYFS staff, SENCO, and pastoral teams
* Track, monitor, and report on pupil progress
* Build strong relationships with families and carers
* Uphold safeguarding and child protection standards
The Ideal Candidate
You will be empathetic, resilient, and passionate about working with young children. The school is seeking someone who understands that behaviour is communication and who can support children with consistency and compassion.
You should demonstrate:
* Experience in a Primary, Nursery, or EYFS setting
* Knowledge of SEND, SEMH, and early childhood development
* A calm and consistent approach to behaviour support
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience in childcare, education, psychology, youth work, or mental health is highly desirable.
Professional Development
The school offers structured training, regular supervision, and opportunities for career progression. This role is particularly suited to candidates aiming to pursue teacher training, SEN specialism, or pastoral leadership roles.
What the School Offers
* A caring and inclusive school environment
* Supportive leadership and experienced staff
* Access to high-quality CPD and training
* A fulfilling role supporting early intervention
* Opportunities for long-term employment
Safeguarding Statement
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references are required.