Behaviour Mentor

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational provider is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to support students with special educational needs in York. This rewarding role involves working closely with young people facing challenges, helping them develop essential social skills and achieve their potential. The school, graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted, offers a nurturing environment with a diverse curriculum tailored to individual needs. Join a passionate team committed to making a difference in the lives of students with SEMH and related needs, and play a crucial role in fostering a sense of belonging and community.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH, ASC, ADHD, or behavioral needs.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to students with challenging behaviour.
• Contribute to individual behaviour support plans.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Child Protection

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Degree or Qualification

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Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs and helping them reach their full potential?

GSL Education are seeking dedicated Behaviour Mentor to work at an Alternative Provision supporting students with additional needs in York, starting as soon as possible.

About the School:

• An Ofsted graded ‘Good’ School in York, known for its specialist provision catering to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• The school offers a diverse and inclusive curriculum tailored to the individual needs of students, providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment.
• The school has a dedicated team of experienced staff, including teachers, teaching assistants, and support professionals, who are committed to the well-being and academic success of every student.
• The school provides comprehensive therapeutic support and interventions to help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
• The school emphasises the importance of building positive relationships and promoting social skills development among students, fostering a sense of belonging and community
• Provide targeted support to students exhibiting challenging behaviour.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with students.
• Support students in and out of the classroom.
• Contribute to individual behaviour support plans.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, ASC, ADHD, or behavioural needs (school, youth work, or care background welcomed).
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Have a clear understanding of child protection and safeguarding.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for a new one through GSL Education.

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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you would like to apply for the role of Behaviour Mentor in York, North Yorkshire, please get in touch with Kerry Fowler at GSL Education. Alternatively, please submit an up-to-date CV at GSL Education official website.