At a Glance
- Tasks: Support secondary pupils with challenging behaviour and emotional needs through 1:1 and group mentoring.
- Company: Specialist SEMH school in Bromley Common focused on positive relationships and emotional wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time opportunities, and valuable experience in education and pastoral support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to helping vulnerable young people thrive.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in young people's lives and help them re-engage with education.
- Qualifications: Experience in mentoring, youth work, or related fields; resilience and strong interpersonal skills are key.
The predicted salary is between 28568 - 34916 £ per year.
Location: Bromley Common, South East London
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent or Temporary opportunities
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
Age Group: Secondary
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
The Role
- As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with secondary-aged pupils who may present with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs, emotional regulation difficulties and barriers to learning.
- You will build positive relationships with pupils, provide consistent boundaries and act as a trusted adult and positive role model.
- Providing 1:1 and small-group behaviour and pastoral support.
- Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
- Supporting pupils with SEMH and emotional regulation.
- Managing challenging behaviour using appropriate de-escalation strategies.
- Helping pupils develop confidence, resilience and self-esteem.
- Supporting young people who have experienced or are at risk of exclusion.
- Encouraging pupils to re-engage with education and learning.
- Establishing clear, consistent and positive boundaries.
- Supporting individual behaviour plans and pupil targets.
- Promoting positive attitudes towards education.
- Working alongside teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals.
- Maintaining a calm, consistent and supportive approach.
About the School
The school is a specialist SEMH setting in Bromley Common providing education for secondary-aged pupils who require additional behavioural, emotional and pastoral support. The school offers a structured environment with clear expectations and a strong focus on relationships, behaviour, emotional wellbeing and educational progress. Many pupils may have experienced difficulties within mainstream education, including exclusion or persistent barriers to learning. The school aims to provide a fresh start and help pupils develop the skills and confidence needed to make positive progress.
Who Are We Looking For?
We would welcome applications from candidates with experience as a:
- Behaviour Mentor
- Learning Mentor
- Pastoral Support Worker
- Teaching Assistant
- SEN Teaching Assistant
- Youth Worker
- Support Worker
- Care Worker
- Sports Coach
- Residential Support Worker
Previous experience working with SEMH, challenging behaviour, vulnerable young people, alternative provision or school exclusions would be advantageous. However, experience within a school is not essential. We are also interested in candidates from youth work, care, sports, residential or other relevant backgrounds who have the resilience, confidence and interpersonal skills to support young people with challenging behaviour.
Why Apply?
- Excellent Behaviour Mentor job in Bromley Common
- Work with secondary-aged pupils
- Specialist SEMH school
- Support young people at risk of exclusion
- Full-time permanent and temporary opportunities
- 1:1 and small-group intervention
- Develop valuable experience in education, behaviour and pastoral support
- Supportive and experienced school team
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives
Behaviour Mentor in Bromley employer: Simply Education Ltd
Simply Education Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing work culture where dedicated educators can thrive. With a focus on professional development and career progression, our SEMH School provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners while working in a supportive team environment.
