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Behaviour Mentor - Secondary SEND School - Immediate Start - Barking and Dagenham, London

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people by supporting their behaviour and personal growth? Do you have the skills to mentor students in a secondary school environment, helping them navigate academic and emotional challenges?

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join a vibrant secondary SEND school in Barking and Dagenham. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with students across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4), providing both one-on-one and small group support to help them develop positive behaviours and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Support students who exhibit challenging behaviours, helping them develop strategies to improve both in and out of the classroom
Provide 1:1 mentoring and small group sessions to promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and academic engagement
Work closely with teachers, SENCo, and other staff to implement personalised behaviour plans
Act as a role model, encouraging students to develop confidence, resilience, and social skills
Help students understand the impact of their behaviour and support them in making better choices
Maintain strong communication with parents and carers to ensure consistent support for students
Contribute to a positive school environment, promoting respect, inclusion, and a sense of communityEssential Criteria:

Experience working with young people, ideally in a secondary SEND school setting
Understanding of behaviour management techniques and strategies
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students
Empathy, patience, and resilience when dealing with challenging behaviour
A proactive, solution-focused approach to supporting students
Ability to work both independently and as part of a teamDesirable Criteria:

Experience supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)
Knowledge of safeguarding policies and proceduresAdditional Information:

Full-time, Monday to Friday
Paid up to £115 per day, term time only
Based in Barking and Dagenham, London - excellent transport links
Immediate start with long-term potentialIf you're ready to take on this rewarding role then please send in your cv and apply below