Behaviour Mentor

Behaviour Mentor - Secondary School (Maternity Cover)Location: Hackney, East LondonStart Date: September 2025Hours: Full-time | Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 4:00pmContract: 6-Month Maternity Cover (with potential for extension)

Are you passionate about supporting young people and creating a positive learning environment? A vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Hackney is seeking a Behaviour Mentor to join their dedicated pastoral team on a 6-month maternity cover, starting May 2025.

This is a full-time opportunity, ideal for someone who is calm, resilient, and eager to make a lasting impact on the lives of students facing behavioural or emotional challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one mentoring and small group interventions to students across KS3 and KS4
• Support students with behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties (BESD/SEMH)
• Work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to implement consistent behaviour strategies
• Promote a respectful, inclusive school culture and positive student conduct
• Assist in managing incidents using de-escalation techniques and restorative approaches

What We're Looking For:

• Experience supporting secondary-aged students, especially those with SEMH or behavioural needs
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to behaviour management
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to remain professional and solution-focused under pressure
• Relevant qualifications or training in youth work, mental health, or behaviour support (desirable but not essential)

What the School Offers:

• A strong pastoral focus and inclusive ethos
• Access to training and ongoing professional development
• A collaborative staff team committed to student welfare
• Convenient transport links across East and Central London

As a Behaviour Mentor through Tradewind Recruitment, you'll benefit from:

• Professional development - Through our partnership with the National College, you'll have access to a wide range of CPD courses at your own pace
• Competitive pay rates
• A dedicated consultant - You'll receive personalised support to help you find the right role and thrive in it
• £100 referral bonus - For every friend you refer who works 20+ days through us

If this Behaviour Mentor role in Hackney sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply now, send your CV to , or call Tom on (option 3) for more information.

We also recruit for short-term, long-term, and supply roles across secondary schools - including TAs, LSAs, Technicians, Office Staff, and more. Don't hesitate to get in touch to discuss your options!