Job description
Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
Location: Chapeltown, S35
Pay Rate: £95 – £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a dedicated and empathetic professional passionate about supporting young people to overcome behavioural challenges and thrive in school?
GSL Education are seeking a committed Behaviour Mentor to join a friendly and inclusive school in Chapeltown. As a Behaviour Mentor, you will develop and implement behaviour management plans, mentor pupils to build self-esteem and resilience, and collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies to create a positive and safe learning environment.
Responsibilities as a Behaviour Mentor:
- Provide one-to-one and small group mentoring to support pupils’ behavioural and emotional needs.
- Assist in developing and implementing individual behaviour support plans.
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies to support pupils.
- Encourage pupils to develop self-regulation, resilience, and positive social skills.
- Help maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive school environment.
Requirements for Behaviour Mentor:
- Experience supporting children or young people with behavioural, emotional, or social difficulties.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to manage challenging situations calmly.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
- A full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any gaps in employment in the last 10 years.
What GSL Education offers:
- Competitive daily rates of pay.
- Access to a wide range of local schools.
- Support and guidance from dedicated education consultants.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career growth.
- Commitment to placing candidates in roles where they can thrive and make a real impact.
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.
To apply for the Behaviour Mentor role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. One of our consultants will be in touch to discuss your application.