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Behaviour Mentor
Outstanding Secondary School | Wandsworth, Inner London
Full-Time | £700 - £715 per week September Start | Interviews Taking Place Throughout September
Are you a high-achieving Russell Group graduate with exceptional academic credentials and a passion for transforming young lives?
A high-performing, Outstanding secondary school in the London Borough of Wandsworth is seeking an exceptional Behaviour Mentor to join its successful pastoral and academic support team. This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious graduate considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, youth work, pastoral leadership, or school leadership.
The school is widely recognised for its outstanding academic outcomes, calm and purposeful learning environment, exceptional behaviour standards, and commitment to ensuring every student achieves their full potential. With a strong emphasis on character development, academic excellence, and university progression, the school offers an inspiring environment in which both students and staff thrive.
The Role
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a vital role in supporting students who require additional behavioural, pastoral, and academic intervention. You will work closely with pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop the confidence, resilience, and self-discipline needed to succeed.
The role is highly rewarding and requires a graduate who can build positive relationships whilst maintaining high expectations and clear boundaries.
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Key responsibilities include:
- Providing one-to-one and small-group behavioural support.
- Managing behaviour effectively and de-escalating challenging situations.
- Supporting students who may be at risk of disengagement from education.
- Working alongside Heads of Year, teachers, SEND staff, and senior leaders to implement intervention programmes.
- Monitoring attendance, punctuality, behaviour, and academic progress.
- Acting as a positive role model and mentor for students.
- Supporting students' social, emotional, and personal development.
- Delivering targeted academic interventions to improve attainment in Mathematics, English, and Science.
- Encouraging high levels of aspiration, engagement, and achievement.
- Contributing to the school's culture of excellence and high expectations.
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will possess outstanding academic credentials alongside the confidence and resilience required to work in a demanding yet highly rewarding school environment.
Essential Requirements
- A degree from a Russell Group University.
- Excellent GCSE results and strong A-Level grades.
- A proven record of academic achievement.
- Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to establish positive relationships with young people.
- The confidence to support learning across Mathematics, English, and Science.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- A professional, resilient, and proactive approach.
- A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people.
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Highly Desirable
- A degree in Psychology, Education, or a related subject.
- Previous experience in mentoring, tutoring, coaching, youth work, or educational settings.
- An interest in teacher training, educational psychology, pastoral leadership, counselling, or child development.
- Experience supporting students with SEMH, SEND, or behavioural needs.
What We Offer
- Weekly pay of £700 - £715.
- The opportunity to work within one of Wandsworth's leading secondary schools.
- Outstanding training and professional development.
- Experience working alongside highly skilled teachers and pastoral leaders.
- Exposure to best practice in behaviour management and student intervention.
- A supportive and ambitious staff team.
- Excellent preparation for careers in teaching, educational psychology, school leadership, and related professions.
Application Process
Interviews will take place throughout September, with appointments made as soon as suitable candidates are identified.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented graduate who wants to make a meaningful impact in an Outstanding school environment whilst gaining invaluable experience within education.
Please forward your CV and cover letter today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
Outstanding School. Exceptional Standards. Life-Changing Opportunities.
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