Engage Mentor - Bank or Casual

Keys Group; Tendring; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NEST pension scheme

Referral bonus £500

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Blue Light Card

Fully funded training and quals

Wellbeing app & discounts

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking Engage Mentors to deliver targeted interventions that support engagement, wellbeing, and re-entry into education for vulnerable young people in Essex. This is a zero-hours contract with minimum 2 days per week, up to 5 days depending on availability, term-time only, and travel across the county.

You will work one-to-one in community and educational settings, helping young people build confidence and resilience, delivering sessions on healthy relationships, online safety,

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Safeguarding knowledge and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one interventions in community/educational settings.
• Support young people to build confidence, self-esteem, and resilience.
• Deliver sessions on relationships, online safety, and safeguarding awareness.
• Maintain accurate records and produce detailed reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Independent work

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

GCSEs English & Maths (or equivalent)

Job description

Working pattern: Zero-hours employed contract. Minimum 2 days per week, up to 5 days depending on availability. Term-time only. Make a Real Difference Where It Matters Most Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable young people to build safer, more positive futures? We are seeking Engage Mentors to deliver targeted interventions that support engagement, wellbeing, and re-entry into education. This is a rewarding opportunity to help young people overcome barriers, build confidence, and make safer, more positive life choices. About the Role

• Deliver engaging, one-to-one interventions in community and educational settings
• Support young people to build confidence, self-esteem, and resilience
• Deliver sessions on topics such as healthy relationships, online safety, and county lines awareness
• Use creative and tailored approaches to help manage risk and encourage positive decision-making
• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people and their families
• Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Maintain accurate records and produce detailed professional reports
• Support pathways that enable young people to re-engage with education
• Uphold safeguarding policies and ensure all work is compliant with current legislation

Who We Support You will work with young people who may be:

• At risk of exploitation or criminal involvement
• Disengaged from education
• Vulnerable to unsafe relationships or environments
• Involved with, or at risk of entering, the criminal justice system GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Experience working with vulnerable children and young people
• Experience supporting those at risk of exploitation or criminal involvement
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of procedures, Resilient, calm, and professional under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of SEND, trauma-informed practice, and positive behaviour strategies
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work independently

Additional Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (with business insurance)
• Willingness and flexibility to travel across Essex

As part of this role, you will be required to transport young people to and from planned sessions, activities, and appointments. Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence, have access to a suitable vehicle with business-use insurance, and be authorised by their insurer to carry young people as passengers.

• Competitive hourly pay of £20 - £30
• Flexible, zero-hours working arrangements
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• A meaningful role where you can make a lasting impact on young people's lives

Why Work With Us

• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme - refer a friend and split a £500 bonus
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a Blue Light Card
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme including a wellbeing app and discounts
• Life assurance