Job description
GSL Education are working with lovely, friendly and progressive schools in Portsmouth to recruit various Behaviour Mentors to work across all the key stages, supporting children diagnosed with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).
SEN Needs: Autism, ADHD, Down's Syndrome and Moderate Learning Difficulties
SEMH Needs: Anxiety, Depression and Trauma
The schools have a very supportive senior leadership team and a progressive nature. They are located close to local stations and have onsite parking.
Applications for the position are welcome from candidates of ranging experience although previous experience working with students with challenging behaviour is an advantage due to the nature of the role.
If you are a future/aspiring Teacher, Sports Coach or an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant this opportunity could be ideal for you. In addition, if you have experience as a Youth Worker, Support Worker or Behaviour Mentor and you are interested in education, please do apply!
The pay will be ££83.33-£95 per day.
You will need to:
- Have experience working with children
- Be confident at managing challenging behaviour
- Be able to demonstrate your ability to build professional relationships with students
- Have a fun but firm presence
- Have an interest in education
- Have a passion for SEND and/or SEMH
Applications are encouraged from:
- Sports Coaches
- Youth Workers
- Behaviour Mentors
- SEN Teaching Assistants
- Learning Support Assistants
- Support Workers
- Graduates
To work with GSL Education as a Behaviour Mentor, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
- Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.
Please be advised that this role requires 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.
For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of a Behaviour Mentor, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.