Job Title: Behaviour Mentor Location: Croydon Hours: full time Here at Axcis, we are looking for a teaching assistant to join a PRU in Croydon. The role will be to support and mentor students within a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), focusing on improving behaviour, social skills, and emotional well-being. The role involves working closely with students who may be disengaged or excluded from mainstream education, with the aim of reintegrating them into full-time education or supporting their personal development. Key Responsibilities: • Provide 1:1 and small group mentoring sessions focused on improving student behaviour and emotional regulation. • Support students in setting and achieving behavioural targets and goals. • Assist in the development of social skills, emotional resilience, and self-confidence. • Build strong, supportive relationships with students to foster trust and engagement. • Provide advice and guidance to students on social and emotional issues, working with other staff to create a holistic support system. • Work closely with teachers, teaching assistants, and other professionals to monitor and track student progress. • Contribute to the creation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs). • Support and encourage positive communication with students' families, ensuring they are kept informed of progress. • Monitor and record student behaviour and progress, maintaining accurate records. • Provide regular updates to staff, parents, and external agencies on student development. • Be prepared to manage difficult situations, de-escalate challenging behaviours, and provide support in crisis situations. Skills and Qualifications: • Experience working with children or young people with behavioural, emotional, or social difficulties. • Strong understanding of behaviour management techniques and strategies. • Ability to build positive relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds. • Patience, empathy, and resilience. • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. • Ability to work as part of a team and independently. • Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures. • A non-judgmental, patient, and empathetic approach to students. • Flexible and adaptable in managing different situations and needs. • Commitment to improving outcomes for young people and promoting inclusivity. • Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Hannah Bassett on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1066.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Hannah Bassett&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1066</strong></strong>