Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
Location: Hillingdon, West London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary: £90 - £115 per day (PAYE, DOE)

Tradewind Recruitment are working with a Primary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Hillingdon, who are looking to appoint a skilled and committed Behaviour Mentor from September 2025.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support primary-aged children who have faced difficulties in mainstream education and require targeted support for Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ADHD, and behavioural challenges.

The Role:
As a Behaviour Mentor in a primary PRU, your role will focus on early intervention and helping pupils develop the skills to re-engage positively with learning. You will:

Provide individual and small group support tailored to each child's needs

Model positive behaviour and encourage resilience, confidence, and self-regulation

Use behaviour management and de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and structured environment

Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to deliver consistent support strategies

Build trusting relationships with pupils and families to promote progress both in and out of the classroom

What We're Looking For:

Experience working with children with challenging behaviour, ideally in a PRU, SEMH school, or alternative provision

A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach suited to primary-aged pupils

Strong communication and the ability to build rapport quickly

Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and trauma-informed practice is highly valued

Team Teach, MAPA or equivalent training is desirable (training can be provided)

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

PAYE only - no umbrella companies

Free professional development via The National College, with access to over 2,500 CPD courses

Ongoing support from a dedicated SEND consultant specialising in PRUs and SEMH settings

Long-standing relationships with specialist schools across West London

This role offers the chance to make a real difference at a critical stage in a child's education, giving them the tools and support they need to thrive