Behaviour Mentor - Lewisham

Do you have a passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive in their education?

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking confident, resilient, and empathetic Behaviour Mentors to work across a range of primary and secondary schools in the London Borough of Lewisham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for those with experience in youth work, pastoral support, SEND, or behaviour management who are looking for flexible and rewarding work within education.

About the Role

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a key role in supporting pupils who may present challenging behaviour, helping them to engage positively with learning and school life.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with social, emotional or behavioural needs
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• De-escalating incidents calmly and professionally, using restorative approaches where appropriate
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• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and personal development
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• Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and SENCOs to implement behaviour strategies
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• Modelling positive behaviour and building trusting relationships with young people
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Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

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• 100% PAYE pay - no umbrella companies, no hidden deductions
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• Experts in Safeguarding - all our consultants are fully trained in child protection and compliance
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• Free Access to the National College - gain unlimited online CPD to enhance your professional development
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• Dedicated Consultant - personalised support and guidance from a consultant who understands your career goals
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• Flexible Working - ideal for balancing with other commitments or gaining experience in different school settings
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• £100 Refer-a-Friend Bonus - for every successful referral
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Who We're Looking For:

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• Previous experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs (in education, youth work, or care settings)
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• Calm, confident, and positive under pressure
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• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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• A proactive, empathetic, and firm-but-fair approach
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• A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
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• Right to work in the UK
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If you're looking for flexible, meaningful work supporting pupils across Lewisham, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now and join a trusted agency that genuinely values its education professionals.