Behaviour mentors and learning support assistants needed for work in PRUs and behavioural units acro

Behaviour mentors and learning support assistants needed for work in PRUs and behavioural units acro

Full-Time 22000 - 26000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Principal Education

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support and mentor pupils with behavioural and emotional challenges in alternative education settings.
  • Company: Principal Education, dedicated to making a difference in vulnerable children's lives.
  • Benefits: Earn £105–£130 per day, with higher rates for ongoing roles and meaningful impact.
  • Other info: Full-time role, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for personal growth and development.
  • Why this job: Join a rewarding role where you can truly change lives and support those in need.
  • Qualifications: Must have the right to work in the UK and experience with SEN support.

The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.

Principal Education is seeking hard-working and enthusiastic educators to work as Behaviour Mentors and Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) in PRUs and behavioural units across London. These alternative education settings provide tailored academic, emotional, and social support for children unable to access mainstream education. Many pupils will have SEN statements or behavioural challenges such as autism, ADHD, SEMH, dyslexia, or dyspraxia.

The role

You will provide targeted support and guidance for pupils with significant behavioural, emotional, and academic needs. This may involve working 1:1 or in very small groups, both inside the classroom and in a mentorship capacity. These roles are full-time (Monday–Friday) to provide consistency and continuity for the pupils you support.

What you MUST demonstrate

  • Right to work in the UK
  • Ability to support pupils with SEN and behavioural challenges
  • Patience, empathy, composure, and diligence
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Recent enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
  • Overseas police clearance if lived abroad for 6+ months in last 5 years
  • Based in London or within a commutable distance

Pay and benefits

  • £105–£130 per day, depending on experience
  • Higher rates for ongoing roles, aligned with school pay scales
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in vulnerable pupils’ lives

Apply now

To discuss this opportunity or your suitability, contact Ahmed Alfaghi at temp2@principal.co.uk or call 0203 916 5126. To speed things along, you can get set-up on our bespoke App by clicking this link – APP – It only takes 60 seconds! Submitting an updated CV with your expression of interest will strengthen your application.

Behaviour mentors and learning support assistants needed for work in PRUs and behavioural units acro employer: Principal Education

At Principal Education, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the contributions of our educators. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and professional growth, providing ample opportunities for training and development in the vibrant city of London. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pupils while enjoying competitive pay and a fulfilling career in alternative education.

Principal Education

Contact Details:

Principal Education Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Behaviour mentors and learning support assistants needed for work in PRUs and behavioural units acro

Ability to support pupils with SEN
Understanding of behavioural challenges
Patience
Empathy
Composure
Diligence
Flexibility