Positive Behaviour Mentor – Aspiring Forensic Psychologist West Drayton
Role Overview
Milk Education, a wellbeing‑led and eco‑friendly education agency, is seeking passionate and resilient graduates to join a specialist SEMH school in Hillingdon as a Positive Behaviour Mentor. This role offers an opportunity to inspire change, build trust and become a role model for young people.
Location and Pay
Location: Hillingdon
Pay: £101.40 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am–3:45 pm (term time only)
Start Dates: June 2026 & September 2026
What You’ll Be Doing
- Build trusting, consistent relationships with young people, helping them feel heard, valued, and supported
- Encourage emotional literacy and self‑awareness through mentoring and restorative conversations
- Support pupils in developing resilience, self‑regulation, and positive decision‑making skills
- Work 1:1 and in small groups, delivering intervention programmes that promote pro‑social behaviour and personal growth
- Celebrate progress, no matter how small, and help pupils recognise their own strengths
- Collaborate with staff to create a safe, nurturing environment where every pupil can thrive
- Support community safety work, helping young people make positive choices and avoid risks such as exploitation or peer pressure
Why This Role Matters
SEMH needs often stem from complex social and environmental factors. As a mentor, you’ll play a vital role in helping young people rewrite their stories, build self‑worth, and reconnect with education and their community.
You’ll learn how to:
- Use trauma‑informed and restorative practices
- Support behaviour through empathy, not punishment
- Help young people feel safe, seen, and capable of change
Training & CPD
- Free CPD in Trauma‑Informed Practice, Restorative Practice, Safeguarding, and Youth Mental Health
- Career‑focused development aligned with criminology, psychology, and youth justice pathways
Wellbeing & Ongoing Support
- Access to a mental health and wellbeing platform, including counselling services
- A dedicated consultant committed to your professional and personal growth
Benefits for You
- Competitive daily pay
- Fast‑track registration and compliance
- Flexible working opportunities
- 5‑star rated agency with over 3,000 reviews
- Free access to Milk Academy with 1,000+ accredited CPD courses
- FREE wellbeing resources, PSHE materials, and school preparation packs
- 24/7 consultant support
- Access to Unbottled – bringing lived‑experience speakers into schools
- Work with the UK’s only eco‑friendly education supply agency
- A nationwide network of schools and trusts
Who We’re Looking For
- Graduates in Criminology, Psychology, Sociology, Youth & Community Work, or related fields
- Aspiring Forensic Psychologists, Youth Justice professionals, or Mental Health practitioners
- Individuals who are calm, empathetic, and emotionally intelligent
- People with a genuine passion for supporting young people and reducing barriers to success
- Resilient and reflective graduates ready to make a positive impact in Hillingdon’s communities
Positive Behaviour Mentor – Aspiring Forensic Psychologist West Drayton employer: Milk Education
Milk Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Liverpool. With significant progression pathways, generous incentives, and a supportive environment, we empower our team to thrive in their careers while enjoying a healthy work-life balance with 23 days off annually plus bank holidays.
