Job Description

Job Title: Outreach Behaviour Mentor / Behaviour Support Assistant (SEMH School)

**Location: London Borough of Lewisham

**Job Type: Monday to Friday Ongoing, Long Term Contract

**Daily Rate: £85 - £100

**Start: Straight Away!

Outreach Behaviour Mentor / Behaviour Support Assistant is required for a successful SEMH School located in the London Borough of Lewisham. This is an ongoing full time contract to start ASAP!

The successful Outreach Behaviour Mentor Behaviour Support Assistant will possess a strong understanding of SEMH and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and will be adept at managing and improving challenging behaviours. This role involves working on a one-to-one basis and providing outreach support to students.

• You have experience supporting children with behavioural SEN; ie SEMH/ ASD/ ADHD and or ODD.

• Experience working as either; Behaviour Mentor OR Outreach Behaviour Mentor / Behaviour TA / Behaviour Support Assistant / LSA / ASD Assistant/ Child Residential Worker / Youth Worker

• Provide one-to-one mentoring and support to students with SEMH and ASD needs.

• Develop and implement individualized behaviour management plans.

• Conduct outreach visits to support students in various settings, including their homes and community environments.

• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals to monitor and review students' progress.

• Implement strategies to promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being.

• Support students in developing social skills, resilience, and coping mechanisms.

• Maintain accurate records of interventions and progress.

• Participate in regular training and professional development opportunities.

• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all students.

• Proven experience working with children and young people with SEMH and ASD.

• Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and techniques.

• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and professionals.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Patience, empathy, and resilience.

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

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