Behaviour Mentor

Location: Camden, LondonExcellent transport links - Warren Street StationStart Date: ASAPContract: Full-Time, Long-Term (until July 2026)Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm

Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Camden, well known for its outstanding SEN provision. The school is currently seeking a committed and resilient Behaviour Mentor Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist Year 2 provision for children with complex Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated social, emotional, and behavioural needs.

This is a highly rewarding long-term role, ideal for a Behaviour Mentor who is passionate about supporting emotional regulation, positive behaviour, and holistic child development through consistent, trauma-informed, and child-centred practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils with ASD and complex behavioural needs within a specialist Year 2 setting

• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social communication

• Implementing behaviour support strategies and personalised intervention plans

• Supporting children during periods of dysregulation using calm, consistent, and nurturing approaches

• Delivering structured activities, including sensory regulation, play-based learning, and social skills development

• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider SEN team

• Supporting the use of PECS, visual timetables, Attention Autism, and other evidence-based strategies

• Experience supporting children with ASD, SEMH, or complex needs

• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills

• A calm, patient, and resilient approach

• The ability to remain composed under pressure

• Excellent communication and oracy skills

• A nurturing, trauma-informed mindset

• Strong timekeeping skills and the ability to follow structured routines

• Team Teach or other positive handling training

• PECS

• Attention Autism

• Experience working within specialist or SEN provisions

• Experience supporting children with SEMH or challenging behaviour

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Right to work in the UK

• Two professional references covering the last two years

• Full employment history with explanations for any gaps

• Proof of address

To express your interest, please email your CV to or call (option 4).