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Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
Location: Castleford
Salary Range: £95 - £120 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a self-assured, patient, and compassionate person eager to positively impact the lives of students needing behavioural support?
GSL Education are seeking a Behaviour Mentor to join schools in Castleford, supporting students who face social, emotional, or behavioural challenges. This role is perfect for someone with a background in youth work, behaviour support, or SEMH environments, who is driven to support students in overcoming challenges to their learning.
As a Behaviour Mentor, your responsibilities will include:
* Offering one-to-one and small group support to pupils exhibiting challenging behaviours.
* Building positive, trusting relationships with students to enhance engagement.
* Assisting with pupils’ emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies.
* Collaborating closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff.
* Encouraging a calm, respectful, and nurturing classroom atmosphere.
* Supporting the monitoring of progress and contributing to intervention planning.
Skills & Requirements for Behaviour Mentor:
* Previous experience supporting children or young people with behavioural needs.
* Solid knowledge of effective behaviour management techniques.
* Outstanding skills in communication, de-escalation, and building positive relationships.
* A composed, consistent, and proactive attitude when facing challenges.
* An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
* A CV covering the last 10 years with any gaps clearly explained.
Why choose GSL Education:
* Competitive daily rates of pay.
* Long-term opportunities in nurturing school environments.
* Support and guidance from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
To apply for the Behaviour Mentor role, click ‘apply now’ and submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.
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