Behaviour Mentor

Location: Brent, North West London
Pay: -100120 per day PAYE
Contract: Full-time | Long-term
Start Date: September 2026

Tradewind Recruitment are currently working with a secondary school in Brent to recruit an experienced Behaviour Teaching Assistant for September.

The school is looking for someone who can build positive relationships with young people, manage challenging behaviour calmly and provide consistent support both inside and outside the classroom.

You will support pupils who may struggle with behaviour, emotional regulation, engagement and the demands of mainstream education.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Helping pupils regulate their emotions and behaviour
• Supporting classroom engagement
• Building positive relationships with students
• Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff
• Supporting behaviour plans and individual strategies
• Helping pupils develop confidence and independence

You must have previous experience working in a school or education setting.

Experience working with pupils with SEMH, challenging behaviour, ADHD, autism or social and emotional needs would be particularly beneficial.

The successful candidate will be calm, consistent and confident when dealing with challenging situations. You should be able to establish boundaries while maintaining positive relationships with students.

Essential:

• Previous school-based experience
• Experience supporting young people
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication
• Resilience and consistency
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced TA, Behaviour Mentor or Learning Mentor looking to secure a long-term position from September.

Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment.