Job description
Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
Location: Leicester
Salary Range: £100 - £107 per day (Depending on experience)
Start time: ASAP
Contract: Full-time
Do you have a strong desire to empower young individuals and guide them through challenges in their educational journey? If you are someone who thrives in a school environment and has a natural ability to guide students through challenges, GSL Education wants you to join a dynamic school as a Behaviour Mentor in Leicester.
About the school:
This is an independent school that provides education to social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs students aged 11-18. This school offers personalised learning based on each student's Educational Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and helps them build essential life skills for success both in school and beyond.
About the role:
As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a key role in helping students manage their emotions and behaviour to succeed both academically and personally. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will offer guidance, promote positive behaviour, and ensure that students feel supported in their journey towards growth and achievement.
Responsibilities of the Behaviour Mentor:
- Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with behavioural needs.
- Help manage challenging behaviour, implementing effective strategies to promote positive behaviour.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and support staff to create a positive, nurturing environment.
- Monitor student progress and provide regular feedback to staff and parents.
- Support classroom management and encourage positive behaviour throughout the school day.
Requirements of the Behaviour Mentor:
- Prior experience working in an SEN setting is preferable.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to manage challenging behaviours effectively.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and build relationships with students.
- Patience, empathy, and resilience in supporting students with complex needs.
- A sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay: Earn between £100 - £107 per day, depending on experience.
- Immediate Start: Begin teaching straight away in a supportive and dynamic school environment.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and career growth.
- Cultural Engagement: Teach languages in a way that fosters global understanding and communication.
- Positive School Culture: Work in a school that promotes collaboration, student well-being, and continuous improvement.
Please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.