Job description
Be the Change – Join as a Behaviour Mentor in Swinton (S64)!
Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
Location: Swinton-S64
Salary: £95 - £120 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Do you have a calm presence, resilience, and a passion for guiding young people towards positive behaviour and personal growth?
GSL Education are actively welcoming dedicated individuals to take on the role of Behaviour Mentor at a welcoming and inclusive school located in Swinton (S64). This is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils who need consistent and encouraging adult role models.
Role Overview:
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with students who may display challenging behaviour due to social, emotional or mental health (SEMH) needs. You will play a key role in helping them re-engage with their learning, develop self-regulation skills, and build confidence in a supportive educational environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis who require behaviour interventions.
- Promote positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to manage incidents effectively.
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams to implement behaviour support plans.
- Act as a mentor and trusted adult, encouraging students to reflect on choices and develop coping strategies.
- Record and report behavioural incidents, progress, and outcomes in a timely and professional manner.
- Create a safe, nurturing learning environment that fosters respect and mutual understanding.
Ideal Candidate Requirements:
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with behavioural or SEMH needs in a school, care, or youth setting.
- A compassionate, consistent, and calm approach to managing behaviour.
- Understanding of trauma-informed practice and restorative approaches.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a proactive mindset.
- Ability to model respectful behaviour and set clear expectations.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
What does GSL Education Offer?
- Competitive pay structure tailored to your experience.
- Support from experienced consultants who prioritise your career development.
- Opportunity to work in schools that value staff wellbeing and inclusion.
Apply now to join a caring team in Swinton (S64) and support pupils on their journey towards success.
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 Mentor’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.