Behaviour Mentor - Secondary School - Newham
Long Term Futures are working with a well-established and forward-thinking secondary school in Newham to appoint a Behaviour Mentor to join their pastoral support team from September 2025.
The school is known for its strong leadership, clear behaviour policy, and commitment to inclusion. With a modern building and excellent facilities, the setting promotes a structured and supportive environment where students feel valued and staff are well-supported in their roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group behaviour support for students in KS3 and KS4
- Assist with managing challenging behaviour inside and outside of class
- Support the school's isolation room, helping students re-engage with learning
- Work closely with Heads of Year, teachers, and the safeguarding team to implement behaviour strategies
- Communicate with parents and external professionals to support pupil progress and wellbeing
- Contribute to behaviour tracking, pastoral meetings, and restorative practices
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Previous experience working with secondary students with SEMH or behavioural needs
- A calm, confident and supportive approach to managing behaviour
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work across staff teams and families
- The ability to de-escalate challenging situations and support students in crisis
- A genuine interest in helping young people overcome barriers to learning
Location and Transport - Newham, London E13
- Accessible via Plaistow and Upton Park stations (District & Hammersmith & City lines)
- Local bus routes: 69, 241, 262, 325
- Easily commutable from Tower Hamlets, Barking and Hackney
Why Work with Long Term Futures
- Weekly competitive pay - up to £125 per day
- Free CPD including behaviour management, safeguarding and trauma-informed practice
- Long term and temp to perm roles only - no daily supply
- Ongoing support from a specialist consultant with secondary and SEMH expertise
- Clear progression into senior pastoral, behaviour lead or youth mentor positions
If you're passionate about student wellbeing and want to join a school with clear values and strong support systems, apply today with Long Term Futures
?? We are also recruiting for behaviour and SEMH roles across East London - visit www.ltfrecruitment.co.uk to explore current opportunities.