At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with SEMH and behavioural needs through engaging vocational learning.
- Company: Join New Chapter Tuition, a supportive and collaborative educational provider.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonus, term-time only, and comprehensive training.
- Other info: Excellent career progression opportunities and a dynamic working environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives and help them achieve their potential.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people, strong communication skills, and a passion for mentoring.
The predicted salary is between 21731 - 24195 £ per year.
Location: Mitcham, South London
Salary: £21,731 - £24,195.50 per annum + Up to £2,500 Annual Performance Bonus
Contract: Full Time | Permanent | Term Time Only
Working Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm (Direct learner contact: 9:00am - 2:30pm)
Start Date: September 2026
Training Begins: 24 August 2026
Build Relationships. Inspire Young People. Change Lives.
New Chapter Tuition is proud to be working exclusively with a specialist vocational education provision to recruit a Behaviour Mentor for a full-time, permanent role. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing specialist provision supporting learners from KS3-KS5 with SEMH, ADHD, emotional and behavioural needs, and those who have experienced trauma. Through practical, hands-on vocational learning, you'll help learners rebuild confidence, re-engage with education and develop the skills they need to succeed in further education and employment.
The Role
- Build positive, trusting relationships with learners.
- Support learners on a 1:1 basis and in small groups of up to 8, delivering engaging vocational learning.
- Support learners with SEMH, ADHD, SEND and additional needs.
- Use effective de-escalation and positive behaviour management strategies.
- Create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment.
- Promote confidence, resilience and independence.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals to achieve positive learner outcomes.
About You
- Armed Forces or Military Cadet Forces (Army Cadets, Air Cadets, Sea Cadets or Combined Cadet Force)
- Alternative Provision
- Youth Work
- Learning or Behaviour Mentoring
To be successful, you'll have:
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience supporting children and young people, particularly those with SEMH, SEND or additional needs.
- Confidence managing behaviours that challenge using positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques.
- Resilience, empathy and the ability to build trust with young people.
- A genuine passion for improving outcomes and helping learners achieve their potential.
What's on Offer?
- Salary: £21,731 - £24,195.50 per annum
- Up to £2,500 annual performance bonus
- Full-time, permanent role
- Term-time only
- September 2026 start, with the opportunity to start sooner by supporting within the Hospitality provision
- Comprehensive training commencing 24 August 2026
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Excellent career progression opportunities
- Company pension
- Staff wellbeing initiatives
- Team celebrations and events
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
Why Apply?
This is more than a Behaviour Mentor role. It's an opportunity to become a positive role model, helping young people overcome barriers, discover their strengths and achieve things they never thought possible.
New Chapter Tuition is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and the right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Please note this role cannot offer sponsorship.
Behaviour Mentor employer: New Chapter Tuition Ltd
New Chapter Tuition is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment in Mitcham, South London, where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people with SEMH and additional needs. With a focus on professional development, comprehensive training, and excellent career progression opportunities, you will be empowered to inspire and build trusting relationships with learners while enjoying benefits such as a performance bonus and staff wellbeing initiatives. Join us to become a positive role model and help shape the future of our students.
