Behaviour Mentor Required for SEND School | Makaton or Team Teach Advantageous | Hammersmith & Fulham

A caring, resilient and proactive Behaviour Mentor is required for a thriving SEND School in Hammersmith & Fulham, supporting students with a range of social, emotional and behavioural needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and develop positive strategies for regulating their emotions and behaviour.

The school is seeking a Behaviour Mentor who can support pupils both in and out of the classroom, promoting a nurturing, safe and structured environment. Experience using Makaton, Team Teach, or other de-escalation and communication strategies would be highly advantageous.

This inclusive SEND School is committed to ensuring that every child feels understood, supported and empowered. The staff team works collaboratively to create a consistent, compassionate approach that prioritises student wellbeing and long-term personal growth.

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will:

• Provide day-to-day behavioural and emotional support to pupils with a range of SEND
• Help implement behaviour support plans and promote positive coping strategies
• Work 1:1 with identified students, helping them regulate emotions, develop social skills and manage challenging behaviour
• Support teachers in maintaining a calm, safe and engaging learning environment
• Use Makaton, Team Teach, or similar communication/de-escalation methods (training provided if needed)
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students to encourage confidence, resilience and self-esteem

Role Details:

• Salary: £23,000 – £28,000 (depending on experience)
  
• Contract: Full-time, Monday – Friday
  
• Hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm
  
• Start: ASAP or January

This Behaviour Mentor role includes excellent training and ongoing guidance from the SENCo and Behaviour Support Team, ensuring you excel in your position. You will become a key member of a supportive, multidisciplinary team that is dedicated to helping every pupil thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long-term and permanent roles within SEND settings. To explore similar Behaviour Mentor or SEND support opportunities, visit our website and search “Ribbons & Reeves”. We look forward to supporting your application.

Behaviour Mentor | SEND Specialist School | Hammersmith & Fulham