Behaviour Mentor – Primary SEMH School

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Monday to Friday | Term Time Only | Temp to Perm Opportunity | £92.59 per day

We are currently recruiting a Behaviour Mentor to join a specialist SEMH primary school in Haywards Heath, supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young children develop confidence, manage their emotions, and engage positively with learning in a nurturing and therapeutic environment.

The Role:

• Supporting primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs throughout the school day
• Building positive, trusting relationships and acting as a consistent role model
• Using positive behaviour strategies to support emotional regulation
• Encouraging engagement with learning, play, and social development
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and the wider pastoral team

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour is desirable
• Calm, resilient, and confident managing behaviours in a positive way
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people to achieve their potential
• Patient, proactive, and able to build strong relationships
• Must be a driver with access to a vehicle due to the school’s rural location

How to Apply

If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers, build resilience, and thrive in education, we would love to hear from you.

Important Notice

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa.

At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. All applicants must:

• Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Children’s Workforce (or Children’s & Adults’) Update Service, or be willing to obtain one

Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.