Behaviour Support Mentor

Employerde Stafford SchoolLocationCaterham, SurreyContract TypePermanentHoursFull Time, Term TimeSalary£24,250.43 to £30,352.25 (dependent on experience)Posted9th June 2026Expires22nd June 2026 09:00 AMStart Date1st September 2026Job ID1559239Job ReferenceDES013XAre you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people?de Stafford School is looking for an inspiring and dedicated Behaviour Support Mentor (Thrive) to join our passionate and innovative team in supporting our inclusive culture and providing targeted interventions & support.What we are looking for:Experience of working with young peopleGCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)Able to work with and champion disadvantaged children to achieve positive behaviour outcomesVision aligned with GLF Schools high aspirations and the belief that all students can achieve successPlease read the full job description and person specification for more information.About de Stafford Schoolde Stafford is an 11-16 comprehensive school located in Caterham, Surrey which joined GLF Schools MAT in December 2016. The school has a PAN of 180 students per year group. The school serves predominantly the local Caterham community with the majority of students residing within the CR3 catchment area.Our Core Values:GrowLearnBelieveAchieveWhy work at de Stafford School:An exciting opportunity to develop a curriculum to meet the needs of the local communityA supportive senior management team and wider staff body within GLF SchoolsExcellent CPD opportunities through our tailored CPD programmeAn opportunity to work collaboratively with leaders across the wider GLF MATRecognition of previous school continuous serviceA successful ECT support programmeOnsite parkingAccess to CareFirst, an advice and information serviceJoin the GLF Schools CommunityAs a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupilsFounded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of EnglandWe work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identityCommitted to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible educationGLF Schools Employment OfferGLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and FlourishAccess to our highly competitive Local Government Pension SchemeFlexible working optionsGenerous holiday allowanceWork life and family friendly policiesEmployee wellbeing initiativesCareer pathways and talent managementAccess to a staff benefits portalCommunity and collaboration working modelPlease read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.The DetailsStart Date: 1st September 2026Salary: GLF Specialist Point 1 £27,061 to Point 10 £30,791 (dependent on experience)Actual Salary: £24,250.43 to £30,352.25 (dependent on experience)Hours: 37.5hrs per week, Mon – Fri (term time only)Closing Date: 1st March 2026GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.#J-18808-Ljbffr…