Behaviour Mentor - SEMH School - Orpington, Bromley
Daily Rate: £100-£120 (Depending on Experience)
Start: ASAP | Full-Time | Long-Term
Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs? Do you want to make a real difference every single day in a school that invests in you as much as its students?
We are working with a highly supportive and forward-thinking Primary & Secondary SEMH school in Orpington (Bromley) who are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join their outstanding team.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
🌟 A truly fantastic place to work - nurturing, inclusive, and team-oriented
🚀 Genuine career progression - the school actively supports staff to achieve QTS and beyond
🧠 Ongoing CPD and training - be the best, with support every step of the way
🙌 High staff retention - people come here to stay and grow
The Role:
As a Behaviour Mentor, you'll work closely with students across both Primary and Secondary phases who need additional emotional and behavioural support. You'll be a consistent, calm presence, helping students manage their behaviour, engage with learning, and build resilience.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
Supporting students 1:1 and in small groups with behaviour and emotional regulation
Assisting in delivering tailored interventions to meet individual SEMH needs
Helping to maintain a safe and positive learning environment
Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and support staff to implement behaviour strategies
Building strong, trusting relationships with students and acting as a positive role model
What We're Looking For:
Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs
Resilience, patience and a calm, consistent approach
A genuine passion for inclusion and making a difference
A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
Desirable (but not essential):
Previous Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant or Youth Work experience
Team Teach or similar de-escalation training
Interest in progressing towards teacher training (QTS support available!)
Apply Now - Make a Lasting Impact!
This is your chance to be part of a life-changing team in a school that will help you grow as a professional. Whether you're experienced or just getting started - if you're passionate, dedicated, and ready to support incredible young people, we want to hear from you!
📩 Apply today with your CV and start your journey toward an incredibly rewarding role.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community