Behaviour Mentor
| Posting date: | 06 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 June 2026 |
| Location: | London, SW4 8DX |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | c1c2dde0-5bb5-4b01-ab55-560a17366085 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a Behaviour Support Officer to support our students at Harris Clapham Sixth Form.
We would like to hear from you if you have:
• An undergraduate degree or equivalent
• Experience of working with people from different backgrounds
• Experience of following and promoting a code of behaviour
• Experience of working with teenagers
• Experience of working with inner-city communities
• Patience
• Self-confidence
• Strong listening skills
• Professionalism
• Organisation (including the use of ICT)
• The ability to work as a team, giving and earning trust from colleagues
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
What the school offers its staff
Come and work with an inspiring community of students and help shift the trajectory of their lives.
We are not your average Sixth Form. Our job is to provide our students with an education that combines academic rigor with character education and the cultural capital our students need to thrive in their next steps. Sixth Form encompasses the step from childhood to adulthood and Harris Clapham Sixth Form enables the young people of South London to make that step successfully by offering an excellent academic and general vocational education.
Our emblem is the eagle, and we invite students to come as they are, and we will help them to fly. At the heart of everything we do lie our values of courage, confidence and commitment (we call this the Clapham Character). As well as a first-class academic experience, we know that students need to develop character to go on to be successful. We help them to develop the courage to step into the unknown and face new challenges, the commitment to their own future which they show through hard work and consistency and the confidence to develop as a leader.
A love of learning and a commitment to the transformational power of education is at our core. We not only aim to empower students with the knowledge and skills that they need to realise their potential, but also help them to develop as leaders and exceptional communicators who have the confidence to challenge and think critically.
We have recently been judged outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Inspectors said that 'students thrive at the sixth form because they have extensive opportunities to develop their character and interests', that they 'become more independent and highly motivated to improve' and are 'extremely happy with the high-quality teaching they receive'. Character education was also praised, and students' behaviour described as 'impeccable'.
Our staff are happy and work hard to support each other and spread joy. We listen to them and aim to create a kind and empowered working environment. Fantastic positive working relationships between staff and students also helps this. We think it is a lovely place to work.
Teacher Development
At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet.
We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership.
Benefits
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.
Further details about the role
Your responsibilities will include:
• Acting as a positive role model, supporting students to make good choices and engage in education
• Building professional relationships to encourage participation in school life
• Supporting development of the Clapham Character and Behaviour for Learning expectations
• Working with individuals and small groups to improve engagement, attendance and organisation
• Supporting staff to maintain high standards of attendance, punctuality and behaviour
• Sharing relevant student information to support progress and wellbeing
• Supporting communication with parents/carers as directed
• Working collaboratively to implement support strategies for students
• Contributing to a calm, orderly environment during key times of the day
• Supervising detentions and reporting non-attendance
• Supervising students in exclusion or reflection spaces, ensuring focus and compliance
• Following procedures to support students returning from exclusion
• Supporting enforcement of uniform expectations
• Reporting behaviour concerns and assisting with incident information gathering
• Maintaining accurate records of student support
• Escalating safeguarding and wellbeing concerns promptly
• Supporting communication with external professionals when required
Commitment to safeguarding
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
We are looking for a Behaviour Support Officer to support our students at Harris Clapham Sixth Form.
We would like to hear from you if you have:
• An undergraduate degree or equivalent
• Experience of working with people from different backgrounds
• Experience of following and promoting a code of behaviour
• Experience of working with teenagers
• Experience of working with inner-city communities
• Patience
• Self-confidence
• Strong listening skills
• Professionalism
• Organisation (including the use of ICT)
• The ability to work as a team, giving and earning trust from colleagues
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
What the school offers its staff
Come and work with an inspiring community of students and help shift the trajectory of their lives.
We are not your average Sixth Form. Our job is to provide our students with an education that combines academic rigor with character education and the cultural capital our students need to thrive in their next steps. Sixth Form encompasses the step from childhood to adulthood and Harris Clapham Sixth Form enables the young people of South London to make that step successfully by offering an excellent academic and general vocational education.
Our emblem is the eagle, and we invite students to come as they are, and we will help them to fly. At the heart of everything we do lie our values of courage, confidence and commitment (we call this the Clapham Character). As well as a first-class academic experience, we know that students need to develop character to go on to be successful. We help them to develop the courage to step into the unknown and face new challenges, the commitment to their own future which they show through hard work and consistency and the confidence to develop as a leader.
A love of learning and a commitment to the transformational power of education is at our core. We not only aim to empower students with the knowledge and skills that they need to realise their potential, but also help them to develop as leaders and exceptional communicators who have the confidence to challenge and think critically.
We have recently been judged outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Inspectors said that 'students thrive at the sixth form because they have extensive opportunities to develop their character and interests', that they 'become more independent and highly motivated to improve' and are 'extremely happy with the high-quality teaching they receive'. Character education was also praised, and students' behaviour described as 'impeccable'.
Our staff are happy and work hard to support each other and spread joy. We listen to them and aim to create a kind and empowered working environment. Fantastic positive working relationships between staff and students also helps this. We think it is a lovely place to work.
Teacher Development
At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet.
We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership.
Benefits
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.
Further details about the role
Your responsibilities will include:
• Acting as a positive role model, supporting students to make good choices and engage in education
• Building professional relationships to encourage participation in school life
• Supporting development of the Clapham Character and Behaviour for Learning expectations
• Working with individuals and small groups to improve engagement, attendance and organisation
• Supporting staff to maintain high standards of attendance, punctuality and behaviour
• Sharing relevant student information to support progress and wellbeing
• Supporting communication with parents/carers as directed
• Working collaboratively to implement support strategies for students
• Contributing to a calm, orderly environment during key times of the day
• Supervising detentions and reporting non-attendance
• Supervising students in exclusion or reflection spaces, ensuring focus and compliance
• Following procedures to support students returning from exclusion
• Supporting enforcement of uniform expectations
• Reporting behaviour concerns and assisting with incident information gathering
• Maintaining accurate records of student support
• Escalating safeguarding and wellbeing concerns promptly
• Supporting communication with external professionals when required
Commitment to safeguarding
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.