Behaviour Mentor – Haringey
Milk Education are working in partnership with a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Haringey to recruit a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join their pastoral team. This is a rewarding opportunity for a resilient and compassionate Behaviour Mentor who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.
The successful Behaviour Mentor will work closely with students who require additional behavioural, emotional and social support, helping them to engage positively with school life and develop the confidence and resilience needed to succeed. The school prides itself on maintaining high expectations while providing a nurturing environment where every student feels valued and supported.
The Role:
- Working as a Behaviour Mentor to support students with behavioural, emotional and social needs
- Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Providing 1:1 and small-group interventions focused on behaviour, wellbeing and engagement
- Supporting students who may be at risk of exclusion or disengagement from learning
- Promoting positive behaviour strategies and emotional regulation techniques
- Assisting teachers in maintaining a calm and productive learning environment
- Monitoring student progress and maintaining accurate intervention records
- Liaising with pastoral staff, parents and external professionals where appropriate
The Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience as a Behaviour Mentor, Learning Mentor, Youth Worker, Teaching Assistant or Support Worker
- Experience supporting young people with SEMH, ASD, ADHD or challenging behaviour
- Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Calm, patient and resilient approach
- Ability to remain professional when managing challenging situations
- Passion for supporting young people to achieve their full potential
The successful Behaviour Mentor will become part of a dedicated pastoral team that is committed to ensuring every student receives the support they need to thrive. This Behaviour Mentor role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact on students’ educational experiences while developing valuable skills within a secondary school setting.
Essential Requirements:
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
- Right to Work in the UK
- Two professional references covering the last two years
- Relevant experience working with children or young people
This Behaviour Mentor position would be ideal for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, counselling, youth work or social work, as well as experienced support staff seeking a long-term opportunity within education.
Benefits to YOU:
- Excellent rates of pay
- Speedy registration & fast-track compliance
- Flexible working opportunities
- 5-Star rated agency with over 3,000 reviews
- Exclusive school & trust partnerships
- Access to FREE Perks Portal with hundreds of discounts
- Over 1,000 FREE CPD courses through Milk Academy
- FREE PSHE lesson plans and classroom resources
- FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and wellbeing hub
- School Preparation Pack before interviews and trials
- Dedicated consultant available 24/7
- Opportunity to work with one of the UK’s most eco-friendly education recruitment agencies
If you are a motivated Behaviour Mentor looking for your next opportunity in Haringey, apply today with Milk Education and take the next step in your career as a Behaviour Mentor.
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines