Job Description

Behaviour Mentor - Secondary School - Waltham Forest (Chingford)

Full Time | Term Time Only | ASAP StartLong Term Role (Temp to Perm) | Competitive Daily Rate

Long Term Futures are recruiting a committed and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join a large secondary school in Chingford, Waltham Forest, supporting students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 with behavioural and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone experienced in behaviour support who can work closely with Heads of Year, teachers and pastoral teams to help students overcome barriers to learning and successfully access the curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour support across KS3 and KS4
• Support students with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges
• Work closely with Heads of Year and teaching staff to support student progress
• Implement behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques
• Support pupils both in lessons and during intervention sessions
• Help students remain engaged and able to access the curriculum

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience supporting students with behavioural or SEMH needs
• Confidence working in a secondary school environment
• A calm, consistent and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management strategies
• Background in mentoring, youth work, SEN or pastoral roles (desirable)

Location & Transport - Chingford, Waltham Forest

• Accessible via Chingford Station (Overground)
• Nearby stations include Highams Park and Walthamstow Central (Victoria Line & Overground)
• Bus routes: 97, 158, 179, 212, 357, 385
• On-site parking available (school dependent)

Why Work with Long Term Futures

• Long-term temp-to-perm opportunity
• Weekly pay
• Free CPD including behaviour management, SEMH strategies and safeguarding
• No day-to-day supply - long-term placements only
• Progression opportunities into Pastoral Lead, Behaviour Lead or Inclusion roles
• Dedicated consultant support from secondary and SEND specialists

If you're passionate about supporting young people with behavioural and SEMH needs in a Waltham Forest secondary school, apply today with Long Term Futures.

Behaviour Mentor, SEMH Support, Secondary School, KS3, KS4, Waltham Forest

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