Tradewind
Behaviour Mentor - Lewisham
Behaviour Mentor - Lewisham at Tradewind, based in Lewisham, London, paying £100.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £100.00 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Lewisham, London
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
- DBS check
About 156% above the going rate for teaching assistant
Reference LCL2110263_1792588323
About the role
Do you have a passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive in their education?
Tradewind Recruitment is seeking confident, resilient, and empathetic Behaviour Mentors to work across a range of primary and secondary schools in the London Borough of Lewisham.
This is a fantastic opportunity for those with experience in youth work, pastoral support, SEND, or behaviour management who are looking for flexible and rewarding work within education.
About the Role
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a key role in supporting pupils who may present challenging behaviour, helping them to engage positively with learning and school life.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with social, emotional or behavioural needs
- De-escalating incidents calmly and professionally, using restorative approaches where appropriate
- Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and personal development
- Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and SENCOs to implement behaviour strategies
- Modelling positive behaviour and building trusting relationships with young people
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
- 100% PAYE pay - no umbrella companies, no hidden deductions
- Experts in Safeguarding - all our consultants are fully trained in child protection and compliance
- Free Access to the National College - gain unlimited online CPD to enhance your professional development
- Dedicated Consultant - personalised support and guidance from a consultant who understands your career goals
- Flexible Working - ideal for balancing with other commitments or gaining experience in different school settings
- £100 Refer-a-Friend Bonus - for every successful referral
Who We're Looking For:
- Previous experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs (in education, youth work, or care settings)
- Calm, confident, and positive under pressure
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- A proactive, empathetic, and firm-but-fair approach
- A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
- Right to work in the UK
If you're looking for flexible, meaningful work supporting pupils across Lewisham, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and join a trusted agency that genuinely values its education professionals.
Reference: LCL2110263_1792588323 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 18 Nov 2026 · Listed via Tradewind
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