Job description
Job Title: Behaviour Support / Mentor
Location: Dinnington (S25)
Pay Rate: £95 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time
Are you patient, resilient, and dedicated to supporting pupils with behavioural and emotional needs in the S25 area of Dinnington, Sheffield?
GSL Education are seeking committed Behaviour Support / Mentors to work in schools across Dinnington (S25). This role offers the opportunity to positively impact pupils’ behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and engagement in learning.
As a Behaviour Support / Mentor, you will:
- Provide targeted support to pupils displaying challenging behaviour.
- Promote positive behaviour strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
- Build trusting relationships to support pupils’ engagement and confidence.
- Work closely with teaching staff and SEN teams to implement behaviour plans.
- Support pupils both inside and outside the classroom.
- Uphold safeguarding, behaviour, and school policies at all times.
Requirements for the role:
- Experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs is desirable.
- Calm, patient, and resilient approach.
- Strong communication, mentoring, and de-escalation skills.
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable pupils.
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
What GSL Education offers:
- Competitive daily rates of pay.
- Flexible working opportunities.
- Support from a dedicated education consultant.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Behaviour Support / Mentor’ role in Dinnington (S25), please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at sam.scott@gsleducation.com for more information.