Behaviour Mentor - Secondary School
Location: Waltham Forest, East London
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Full-time, term-time
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Are you passionate about supporting young people, promoting positive behaviour and helping students overcome barriers to learning?
We are working with a secondary school in Waltham Forest that is seeking a dedicated, resilient and enthusiastic Behaviour Mentor to join their pastoral support team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience working with young people who can build positive relationships, confidently manage challenging behaviour and support students in developing the skills and confidence they need to succeed.
The successful candidate will play an important role in promoting positive behaviour, supporting students with social and emotional needs, and helping to create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
The Role
Supporting students with behavioural, social and emotional needs
Working 1:1 and in small groups with students requiring additional support
Helping students manage their behaviour, emotions and responses to challenging situations
Building positive and trusting relationships with students
Supporting students to improve their engagement, attendance and attitude towards learning
Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, Heads of Year and the SEN team
Assisting with the implementation of individual behaviour and support plans
De-escalating challenging situations calmly and professionally
Encouraging students to develop independence, resilience and positive behaviour
Promoting a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment
Monitoring student progress and providing feedback to relevant staff
The Ideal Candidate
Previous experience working with young people, ideally within a secondary school, alternative provision or youth setting
Experience supporting students with challenging behaviour is highly desirable
A good understanding of behaviour management strategies and safeguarding
Calm, patient, resilient and approachable
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Confident managing challenging situations and using effective de-escalation techniques
Able to establish clear boundaries while maintaining a supportive and encouraging approach
Experience supporting students with SEMH needs would be advantageous
Passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and achieve their potential
A positive, proactive team player who can work cooperatively with teaching and pastoral staff
Why Apply?
Join a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Waltham Forest
Work alongside an experienced pastoral and behaviour support team
Gain valuable experience supporting students with behavioural, social and emotional needs
Develop your skills in behaviour management, mentoring and pastoral support
Be part of a positive and cooperative school environment
Play an important role in improving student engagement, confidence and wellbeing
Make a genuine difference to young people's lives and educational experiences
Competitive rates of pay, depending on experience
If you are a confident, resilient and enthusiastic Behaviour Mentor looking for a rewarding opportunity in a secondary school, this could be an excellent next step in your career.
Apply today to find out more about this full-time Behaviour Mentor position in Waltham Forest, starting in November 2026
