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Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
Location: Barnet, North London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary: £90 - £115 per day (PAYE, dependent on experience)
Behaviour Mentor - Join a Specialist PRU in Barnet
Tradewind Recruitment are currently working in partnership with a highly supportive Secondary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Barnet, seeking an experienced and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join their team from September 2025.
This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people who face social, emotional, and behavioural challenges within education.
About the Role:
You will play a key role in working with students who have SEND, particularly those with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ADHD, and behavioural difficulties. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with behavioural and emotional challenges
Promoting a positive learning environment through firm but compassionate behaviour strategies
De-escalating challenging situations and promoting positive choices
Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and other professionals to support individual learning plans
Acting as a positive role model and mentor to pupils
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Prior experience working with young people with challenging behaviour, ideally in a PRU, SEMH school, or youth work setting
An understanding of a trauma-informed approach to behaviour
Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
Resilience, patience and a calm, professional manner
Relevant training such as Team Teach or MAPA is highly desirable
A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
PAYE only - we do not use umbrella companies
Access to over 2,500 free training courses through The National College
A dedicated, safeguarding-trained SEND consultant to support your placement
Long-standing relationships with schools across London, giving you access to exclusive vacancies
If you're looking to make a genuine impact in the lives of vulnerable young people and thrive in a setting where every day brings a new challenge and opportunity, we'd love to hear from you
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