Are you looking to begin a career managing children with challenging behaviour?

ORTUS RECRUITMENT are seeking an experienced Behaviour Mentor to join one of our Mainstream Primary Schools located in Southwark, Rotherhithe. The successful candidate will support a Year 1 class consisting of pupils with ASD and challenging behaviour.

The school is a mainstream Primary School located in Rotherhithe. The school is Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and has a large modern building. The school is very spacious and there is more than enough room for pupils to go on movement breaks during lessons if needed. They have a close tight knit staff team who are eager and enthusiastic for someone to join their amazing team. The Senior Leadership team will always be on hand to help you with any questions or queries you may have.  

Within this role you will be required to work in a small year 1 class, consisting of 12 pupils. You will be working 1:1 and small groups with pupils who have challenging behaviour as well as leading interventions in order to raise their low attainment levels in core subjects (English, Math, Reading, Phonics). The ideal candidate will be able to build a positive rapport with pupils and staff as well as encouraging pupils to have a positive attitude to learning.

Requirements:

• A degree or relevant qualifications in Education, Maths, English, Sciences, Psychology, Drama, or Performing Arts or related field
• Strong understanding of working with children/ young people, e.g., Youth Work, Mentoring, Tutoring, Childcare, Voluntarily
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to undergo a full Enhanced DBS check

Benefits:

• £80 – £100 per day PAYE (No Umbrella Companies – no hidden fees/deductions)
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a primary school setting
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to achieve a permanent contract
• Partnership with Holiday Camps for extra earnings

***CANDIDATES MUST BE AVAILABLE FULL TIME, LONG TERM TO BE CONSIDERED. 08:30 – 16:00)***

Behaviour Mentor| Immediate Start | Rotherhithe | £80 – £100 PAYE