Behaviour Mentor – Support Pupils with SEN & SEMH

About the role

We are seeking compassionate Behaviour Mentors / Teaching Assistants to join specialist SEN and SEMH schools in Greenwich. The role supports pupils across primary and secondary phases, helping them engage positively with learning and manage emotional and behavioural challenges.

Key responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Deliver 1:1 and small‑group interventions focused on emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement.
• Support pupils with SEN, SEMH needs, trauma histories and complex behaviours.
• Apply effective de‑escalation and behaviour‑management strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral teams and external professionals.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and structured learning environment.

Required profile

• Previous experience working with children or young people with additional needs and challenging behaviour (e.g., education, PRU, youth work, care).
• Strong behaviour management and de‑escalation skills.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach.
• Resilience and ability to remain consistent under pressure.
• Genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable children and young people.

Required skills

• Behaviour‑management techniques.
• De‑escalation strategies.

What we offer

• Supportive leadership and pastoral teams.
• Ongoing professional development and long‑term progression opportunities.
• A meaningful role with direct impact on pupil outcomes.