Location: Merton, South West London
School Type: Mainstream Secondary School
Contract: Full-time/Term-time only
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking a calm, resilient, and committed Behaviour Mentor to join our supportive secondary school in the London Borough of Merton.

This is a rewarding role for someone passionate about helping young people overcome behavioural, emotional, and social barriers to learning.

• Provide targeted one-to-one and small group behaviour support to students

• Support students with SEMH needs and those at risk of disengagement

• Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and senior leaders to promote positive behaviour strategies

• Support students in lessons, inclusion units, and during unstructured times

• Act as a positive role model, building strong and trusting relationships

• Help students develop self-regulation, resilience, and social skills

• Have experience working with children or young people with behavioural or SEMH needs (desirable but not essential)

• Be calm under pressure, patient, and consistent

• Have strong communication and behaviour management skills

• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing

• Be confident supporting students both in and out of the classroom

• A welcoming and inclusive secondary school community

• Supportive leadership and pastoral teams

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• The opportunity to make a genuine impact on students' lives

Safeguarding Statement:
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.