Behaviour Mentor
Location: Lewisham, SE13
Contract: Long-term/Permanent
Day Rate: £108–£120
Start Date: ASAP
Commutable From: Greenwich, Southwark, Bromley, Peckham, Catford

The Opportunity:
Long Term Futures are seeking a resilient and proactive Behaviour Mentor to join a supportive secondary school in the Lewisham area.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about helping young people overcome behavioural and emotional barriers to learning. You will work closely with pupils who require additional support with behaviour, engagement, and emotional regulation, helping them develop positive habits and successfully access education.
You will collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff, and the SEN team to provide consistent mentoring and targeted interventions that promote pupil progress and wellbeing.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group mentoring for pupils with behavioural or emotional needs
• Implement behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques
• Support pupils in managing emotions and developing positive coping strategies
• Promote positive behaviour, resilience, and engagement with learning
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to support behaviour management in lessons
• Monitor and record pupil progress and behaviour outcomes
• Build strong, supportive relationships that encourage trust and personal growth

Requirements:

• Experience working with young people in a school, mentoring, youth work, or support role
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Calm, resilient, and consistent approach in challenging situations
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils from diverse backgrounds
• Understanding of safeguarding, wellbeing, and behaviour support strategies

Why Long Term Futures?

• Complimentary CPD training including Behaviour Support and De-escalation strategies
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout the process
• Long-term and permanent opportunities within supportive school environments
• A personalised approach focused on finding the right school fit

What’s Next?

• Apply with your updated CV
• Have an introductory call with our team
• Get matched with the right school for you
• Visit for a trial day
• Start your role with continued support from us

Please submit your application via the application page.
All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.
Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.