Behaviour Mentor

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Ossett; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education seeks a passionate Behaviour Mentor in Ossett to support students facing social and emotional challenges. The role involves providing mentoring, promoting positive behaviours, and assisting teachers in creating an engaging learning environment. A commitment to fostering inclusion and a background in education are essential.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Personalised support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunity to work in a rewarding educational setting

Chance to make a significant impact on students' lives

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioural support or educational capacity essential.
• Strong understanding of restorative approaches and behaviour management.
• Ability to adapt to students' individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one mentoring and support to students with challenging behaviours.
• Assist in implementing effective behaviour strategies in the classroom.
• Build trusting relationships and monitor student progress.

Skills

Behaviour management techniques

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

Experience working with children or young people

Job description

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Do you believe every young person deserves a second chance and a strong support system to help them thrive?

Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
Location: Ossett
Salary Range: £95 -£120 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Empower Change — Become a Behaviour Mentor in Ossett Today!

GSL Education are currently searching for a passionate and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join a supportive and forward-thinking school community in Ossett. This is an incredible opportunity for individuals who are driven to inspire, guide, and empower young people to reach their full potential.

Role Overview:

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with students who face social, emotional, or behavioural challenges, supporting them to overcome barriers to learning and helping them to develop self-confidence and resilience. You’ll play a crucial part in creating a safe, positive, and nurturing school environment where every student feels valued and understood.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one mentoring and small group support to students with challenging behaviours.
• Assist teachers in implementing effective classroom behaviour strategies and promoting positive engagement.
• Help students develop coping mechanisms, emotional regulation skills, and strategies for success.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students, acting as a role model and advocate.
• Monitor and record student progress, contributing to individual education and support plans.
• Support reintegration of students into mainstream classes after incidents or interventions.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally in a behavioural support or educational capacity.
• Excellent understanding of behaviour management techniques and restorative approaches.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to connect effectively with students, staff, and families.
• Patience, empathy, and a calm, non-judgmental demeanour even under pressure.
• Ability to adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of different students.
• A commitment to promoting inclusion and fostering a positive school culture.
• Have anupdated CV(covering thelast ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) andan enhanced DBSregistered to theUpdate Service(or be willing to apply for one).

Benefits of Joining GSL Education:

• Competitive daily pay rates to recognise your skills and dedication.
• Personalised support from an experienced, dedicated consultant.
• Opportunity to work in a rewarding and dynamic educational setting.
• The chance to directly impact and transform the lives of young people in your community.

If you’re ready to champion positive change and become an inspirational figure for students in Ossett, apply today! Step into a role where every day is an opportunity to make a difference.

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, or to be considered, please click‘apply now’to submit your full andup-to-date CVand one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

Senior Education Consultant, South Yorkshire