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Behaviour Mentor

Job details
Posting date: 10 February 2026
Salary: £104 to £115 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 10 March 2026
Location: Croydon, London
Company: senploy
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 202974

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Summary

Behaviour Mentor
Location: Croydon, CR0
Contract: Long-term/Permanent
Day Rate: £104-£115
Start Date: 23/02/2026
Commutable From: Bromley, Lambeth, Southwark, Sutton, Lewisham

The Opportunity:
Long Term Futures are seeking a resilient and empathetic Behaviour Mentor with SEN experience to join a supportive secondary school in the Croydon area.
This role focuses on supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional, and social needs, including but not limited to additional SEN such as Autism, ADHD, or SEMH.
You will play a key role in helping pupils regulate behaviour, re-engage with learning, and develop positive coping strategies within a structured and nurturing school environment.

Your Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour mentoring for pupils with SEN
- Support pupils with emotional regulation, self-esteem, and resilience
- Implement behaviour intervention and de-escalation strategies
- Support pupils in and out of the classroom to promote engagement and learning
- Work closely with SENCOs, pastoral teams, and teachers to deliver tailored support
- Monitor, record, and review pupil behaviour and progress
- Build strong, trusting relationships that encourage positive behaviour and development


Requirements:
- Experience supporting pupils with behavioural needs and SEN (ASD, ADHD, SEMH)
- Strong communication, consistency, and de-escalation skills
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and resilient in challenging situations
- Empathetic, proactive, and student-focused approach
- Understanding of safeguarding, wellbeing, and trauma-informed practice


Why Long Term Futures?
- Complimentary CPD training, including Behaviour Support & SEN Awareness
- A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
- Long-term/permanent opportunities matched to your experience and strengths


What's Next?
- Apply with your updated CV
- Have an introductory call with our team
- Get matched with the right school or provision for you
- Visit for a trial day
- Start your role with continued support from us


Please submit your application via the application page.
All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.

Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.
Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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