Job Description
Job Title: Behaviour Mentor - SEMH
Location: Enfield, North London
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary: £100 - £125 per day (PAYE, dependent on experience)
Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting experienced and resilient Behaviour Mentors to join a dynamic Secondary SEMH School in Enfield from January 2026.
This specialist setting supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ADHD, autism and a range of behaviour-related challenges. The school provides a therapeutic, structured and highly supportive environment where staff work collaboratively to help pupils rebuild confidence, regulate emotions and re-engage positively with learning.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small-group behavioural support across Key Stages 3 and 4
Implement positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques
Support students in regulating emotions and managing behaviour appropriately
Work closely with teachers, the pastoral team and the SENDCo to deliver personalised behaviour plans
Build strong, trusting relationships with students to promote resilience and self-esteem
Ideal Candidates Will Have:
Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour (SEMH, PRU, SEND or alternative provision experience highly desirable)
Strong behaviour management skills and confidence in de-escalation
A calm, empathetic and patient approach
Team Teach or similar training (highly advantageous)
A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people
Why Work with Tradewind?
PAYE only - no umbrella companies
Free, unlimited access to The National College's 2,500+ CPD courses
Support from a dedicated, safeguarding-trained SEND consultant
Access to long-term and permanent roles across Enfield and North London
If you're passionate about supporting young people with complex needs and enjoy working in a fast-paced, rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
