Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Mentor – Tower Hamlets Location: Tower Hamlets Pay: From £100 per day (PAYE) Start Dates: Immediate and September roles available Development: CPD | Behavioural Strategies | Teacher Training Pathway | Classroom Support Experience Are you an experienced Behaviour Mentor or youth worker with a passion for helping students with ADHD and behavioural challenges thrive in school? We’re working with a highly regarded, inclusive school in Tower Hamlets that’s looking for confident, resilient, and empathetic individuals to join their behaviour support team. Roles are available for immediate starts and for the upcoming academic year in September. What You Can Expect: Daily Rate: Competitive PAYE pay starting from £100+ Structured Support: Full-time, long-term role with clear expectations and training Expert Training: CPD in managing behaviour, de-escalation strategies, and SEN support Pathway to Teaching: Opportunities to move into teacher training Hands-On Experience: Cover and lead small group interventions under the guidance of senior staff Collaborative Environment: Be part of a school that prioritises inclusion, consistency, and staff development On-Site Mentoring: Regular check-ins and coaching from the pastoral and SEN teams ✅ What We’re Looking For: Experience working with children or young people with ADHD and/or behavioural difficulties Background in youth work, education, psychology, or a related field Confidence managing challenging situations calmly and professionally Understanding of (or willingness to learn) behaviour de-escalation and positive intervention strategies Open to working 1:1 or with small groups of students Committed to supporting students’ emotional and academic progress Willing to undergo relevant training (including Team Teach or restraint if required) Ready to start immediately or secure a role for September This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact on students who need extra support — while developing your career in a forward-thinking and inclusive school environment. Apply now to start your journey or reach out to David Keogh at for more information. All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services