Behaviour Mentor

Job Title: Behaviour Mentor
Location: Derby
Pay Rate: GBP100 - GBP110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on students who need it most?

GSL Education are looking to appoint a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Mentor to support pupils in schools across Derby . Starting this September , this role is perfect for someone with the drive to guide, support, and inspire young learners facing behavioural challenges.

Role Overview:
As a Behaviour Mentor , you will support students both inside and outside the classroom, helping them manage behaviour, build confidence, and re-engage with their education. Your role will involve working closely with teaching staff, SEN teams, and pastoral leaders.

Responsibilities:

• Support students with behavioural difficulties on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Implement strategies to improve behaviour, self-esteem, and engagement.
• Monitor progress and keep detailed records of behaviour incidents and improvements.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Promote a positive and safe school environment for all pupils.

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Behaviour Mentor , Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, or similar support role.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• A calm, empathetic, and consistent approach to challenging situations.
• An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years (with no unexplained gaps).
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

GSL Education Offers:

• Competitive daily pay rates based on experience.
• Ongoing support from knowledgeable and friendly consultants.
• Continued professional development opportunities to strengthen your behaviour management and mentoring skills.
• A people-first, ethical recruitment service committed to your development.

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 Behaviour Mentor role or express your interest, click apply now and send your updated CV. A consultant will be in touch shortly to discuss your application.