SonicJobs Logo
Login
Left arrow iconBack to search

Behaviour Support Assistant

GSL EDUCATION
Posted 5 days ago, valid for a month
Salary

£95 - £125 per day

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a TotalJobs account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all TotalJobs’ services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to TotalJobs’ Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to TotalJobs and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Sonic Summary

info
  • GSL Education is looking for a Behaviour Mentor Cover Supervisor to work in secondary schools in Barnet.
  • Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in education, psychology, social work, counselling, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred.
  • The role involves building relationships with students, implementing behaviour intervention programs, and collaborating with educators to support students with behavioural issues.
  • An enhanced DBS on the update service is required, along with a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, and relevant experience in behaviour analysis or a related field is beneficial.

Do you have a genuine interest for helping pupils improve their behavioural skills? Currently, GSL Education is seeking a Behaviour Mentor Cover Supervisor who will be able to work in vibrant secondary schools in Barnet. Behaviour mentors play a vital role in providing a secure and supportive learning environment for pupils. Students with behavioural problems might significantly benefit from having an involved and supportive adult in their lives provided they receive the appropriate guidance.

Responsibilities as a Behaviour Mentor:

  • Build trusting relationships with students who struggle with behaviour by providing them with specialized assistance.
  • Act upon useful behaviour control strategies to foster a friendly and educational environment.
  • Collaborate with educators and other staff members to address each child's unique needs. As they strive to develop a positive attitude toward learning, students need your encouragement and assistance.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of behavioural intervention programs.
  • As children get older, use creative and interesting teaching techniques to help them develop positive emotional and behavioural traits.

Requirements as a Behaviour Mentor:

  • A bachelor's degree in education, psychology, social work, counselling, or a related field. Obtaining a master's degree is advised.
  • Having a certification in behaviour analysis or a related field (RCB, BCBA) is beneficial.
  • A thorough understanding of behavioural theories, applied behaviour analysis, and behaviour modification strategies.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to collect, analyse, and interpret behavioural data.
  • Demonstrated capacity to design and implement behaviour intervention initiatives.
  • Tolerance, sensitivity, empathy, and positivity when helping people who have behavioural problems.
  • The ability to function both alone and collaboratively in a group. An enhanced DBS on the update service.

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.

For more information or to register your interest in ‘Behaviour Mentor' role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and Michelle Dawes will be in touch. Alternatively, please visit to apply online.

Apply now in a few quick clicks

In order to submit this application, a TotalJobs account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all TotalJobs’ services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to TotalJobs’ Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to TotalJobs and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.