Behaviour Support Worker – School Mentor (London)

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to join a supportive school in Southeast London. You will work closely with pupils who need additional behavioural, emotional, or pastoral assistance, helping them engage positively with school life and achieve their academic and personal goals.

Key responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group mentoring to students.
• Support pupils in managing behaviour and building positive relationships.
• Promote positive attitudes towards learning, attendance and personal development.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, pastoral teams and senior leaders to implement behaviour‑support strategies.
• De‑escalate challenging situations using a calm, supportive approach.
• Maintain accurate records of interventions and monitor student progress.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Behaviour Mentor, Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker or similar support role.
• Experience supporting young people with behavioural, social‑emotional or mental‑health needs.
• Strong communication, resilience and relationship‑building abilities.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt to varied situations.
• Genuine passion for helping young people succeed.
• Enhanced DBS registration on the Update Service (essential).

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• A welcoming and supportive school environment.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.