Job Title: SEMH Behaviour Mentor
Location: Sheffield
Pay Rate: £100 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a confident and empathetic SEMH Behaviour Mentor looking to support pupils in managing behaviour and developing essential life skills?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEMH Behaviour Mentor to join a supportive school in Sheffield. This role offers the opportunity to work with pupils facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges, helping them to engage positively with learning and school life.
Role Overview:
As an SEMH Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with teaching and support staff to implement strategies that improve behaviour, promote emotional wellbeing, and encourage personal development. You will provide 1:1 and small group support, mentoring pupils to make positive choices and achieve their potential.
As an SEMH Behaviour Mentor, you will:
* Support pupils with SEMH needs to manage behaviour and develop social skills.
* Provide 1:1 mentoring and small group interventions.
* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies to implement behaviour plans.
* Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning.
* Monitor and report on pupil progress, providing feedback to staff.
* Promote a safe, structured, and inclusive school environment.
Requirements for SEMH Behaviour Mentor:
* Previous experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs in a school setting.
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and de-escalation skills.
* Patience, empathy, and resilience when working with challenging behaviours.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
* An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
* A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.
What GSL Education offers:
* Competitive daily pay rates.
* Flexible placements to suit your availability.
* Access to professional development and training opportunities.
* Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated consultant.
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 role of SEMH Behaviour Mentor, please click ‘Apply Now’ to send your CV. A consultant will be in touch to discuss your application further.