Ortus Recruitment is seeking an experienced and dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join one of our partnered mainstream schools in Streatham for an immediate start. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs and helping them overcome behavioural barriers to learning.
Role Overview
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with pupils who require additional support with their behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement in the classroom. You will help create a positive and structured learning environment, encouraging pupils to develop the confidence, resilience and social skills needed to succeed in school.
You will work alongside teachers, teaching assistants and the wider pastoral team to implement behaviour support strategies, manage challenging situations calmly and consistently, and help pupils remain engaged with their education. The successful candidate will be proactive, patient and confident in building positive relationships with pupils who may struggle to manage their emotions or respond to classroom expectations.
This role would suit someone with previous experience supporting children or young people with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs or additional learning needs, who can build trust while maintaining clear boundaries and high expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils experiencing behavioural or emotional difficulties.
- Support pupils with emotional regulation, conflict resolution and positive behaviour choices.
- Implement behaviour management strategies in line with the school’s policies and procedures.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
- Help pupils access learning, remain focused and engage positively in classroom activities.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants and pastoral staff to monitor progress and identify support needs.
- Respond calmly and consistently to challenging behaviour, helping pupils develop more appropriate ways to manage difficult situations.
- Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all pupils.
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience working as a Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or in a similar role.
- Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
- Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
- A calm, patient and resilient approach, with the ability to remain composed in challenging situations.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A genuine commitment to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team.
- Availability to start immediately.
Benefits
- £93–£110 per day PAYE – no umbrella companies or hidden deductions.
- Full-time, long-term work in a partnered school.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and welcoming school environment.
- The potential for the role to become permanent after the academic year.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils’ educational and personal development.
How to Apply
Ortus Recruitment specialises in matching dedicated education professionals with full-time, long-term opportunities in partnered schools, many of which can lead to permanent positions.
If you have experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, are confident managing SEMH-related needs and are available for an immediate start, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your full CV to Ortus Recruitment to be considered for this Behaviour Mentor position in Streatham.
Behaviour Mentor | Streatham | £93–£110 PAYE | Full Time | Immediate Start