Job Description
Behaviour Mentor - Secondary Schools in Lewisham
Full-time | 5 days per week | Progressive, Inclusive Schools | Opportunities for Progression
Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives? Do you have the confidence, resilience and empathy to guide students toward positive choices? Our partner secondary schools in Lewisham are seeking committed Behaviour Mentors to join their forward-thinking, inclusive environments.
These schools pride themselves on their progressive approach to education, ensuring every student feels valued, supported and able to thrive. As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning, supporting emotional regulation, and promoting positive behaviour strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing 1:1 and small-group mentoring to students needing behavioural or emotional support
Implementing behaviour management strategies to improve engagement and learning
Building strong, trusting relationships with young people
Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external agencies
Tracking student progress and contributing to personalised support plans
Acting as a positive role model, promoting resilience, respect and responsibility
About You:
Approachable, calm and confident when supporting challenging behaviour
Able to build rapport quickly with young people
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Experience in youth work, mentoring, education or similar settings is highly desirable
A genuine desire to help students reach their full potential
What the Schools Offer:
A supportive, inclusive and progressive working environment
Continuous professional development and clear pathways for progression
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a diverse and vibrant community
Full-time hours across five days per week
If you are committed to supporting young people and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
