At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with behavioural and emotional needs to thrive in education.
- Company: Enrichment Education, dedicated to fostering inclusive learning environments.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dedicated support, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Join a passionate team committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your mentoring skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in educational support or youth work is essential.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 34000 £ per year.
Location: London Borough of Havering
Start date: Immediate / As soon as possible
Contract: Fixed Term to Permanent
Salary: £24k - £34k dependent on experience
About the Role: Enrichment Education is recruiting a dedicated, compassionate and resilient Behaviour and Inclusion Mentor to support students within a secondary school. The successful candidate will help young people overcome barriers to learning, develop positive behaviour and emotional regulation, and engage successfully with education. The role suits candidates with experience in behaviour support, pastoral care, learning mentoring or classroom support.
Key Responsibilities – Behaviour and Student Support:
- Provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support for students with behavioural, emotional or social needs.
- Support emotional regulation, positive behaviour and effective coping strategies.
- Implement agreed behaviour plans and interventions, including support for students at risk of exclusion or disengagement.
- Use appropriate de-escalation and restorative approaches and support transitions throughout the school day.
Inclusion and Pastoral Support:
- Promote an inclusive environment and support pupils with SEND and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
- Work collaboratively with the SENCO, pastoral and safeguarding teams, teachers and other professionals.
- Deliver structured interventions supporting confidence, resilience, attendance and engagement.
- Support students returning to mainstream lessons after absence, suspension or alternative provision.
Monitoring and Reporting:
- Record interventions, incidents and progress accurately and confidentially.
- Provide feedback to relevant staff and contribute to reviews of individual support plans.
- Report safeguarding concerns promptly in line with school procedures.
Essential Requirements:
- Experience supporting children or young people in an educational, pastoral, youth-work or related setting.
- Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and build positive professional relationships.
- Strong communication, teamwork, organisation and professional boundaries.
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusive education.
Desirable Experience:
- Previous experience as a Behaviour Mentor, Inclusion Mentor, Learning Mentor or Pastoral Support Officer.
- Secondary school or alternative provision experience.
- Knowledge of SEND, SEMH, ADHD, autism and trauma-informed approaches.
- Relevant training or qualification in education, psychology, youth work, counselling or behaviour support.
What We Offer: Competitive pay dependent on experience, opportunities within schools and specialist settings, dedicated consultant support, and potential access to longer-term or permanent positions.
Safeguarding: Enrichment Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will undergo appropriate safer recruitment checks, including identity, right-to-work, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list information where eligible.
Behaviour and Inclusion Mentor employer: Enrichment Education Ltd
Enrichment Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development for educators. Located in the vibrant London Borough of Barnet, our partnership school provides a well-resourced environment where teachers can thrive and inspire students across all key stages. With a commitment to delivering outstanding education, we empower our staff to create engaging lessons and foster a love of learning, making this an ideal place for passionate educators seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
