Lead Education Mentor

Brightstar; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative youth service provider in Solihull is looking for a passionate individual to join their team. The role involves engaging young people through boxing, mentoring, and supporting their development. Ideal candidates will have experience working with young individuals and a commitment to their well-being. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Valid, clean driving licence with access to own vehicle for business use.
• Knowledge of KCSIE legislation.
• Experience in working with vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities

• Engaging the young people with the programme by setting achievable goals.
• Planning and delivering sessions incorporating boxing and mentoring.
• Establishing a positive relationship with each young person.
• Mentoring in group and 1-2-1 settings.

Skills

Proven experience of working with young people

Experience of working within the community and voluntary sector

Experience of group management

Personal commitment to addressing the needs of socially excluded youth

Job description

Welcome to Brightstar Boxing

Location: Solihull, West Midlands
Salary: £22,500 per annum
Normal Working Hours: Term Time - 35 hours per week

Who We Are

Brightstar are passionate about helping children and young people, young people are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for someone with the same passion and values to join our team.

As part of our Alternative Provision Programme, you will contribute to the provision of a service to young people aged 11–18 years old from a wide variety of backgrounds; supporting young people to remain in education, promote positive and healthy choices and reduce risks associated with anti‑social behaviour and exploitation.

Our Alternative Provision Programme uses the sport of Boxing to inspire, engage and connect. At Brightstar, we are dedicated to driving achievement and positive behaviour changes in every young person referred to us. Education does not have to be a linear path; our alternative education provisions aim to engage young people and show them there is always an available route to achieving.

If you share our vision, values and want to make an incredible impact for our children and young people then this is an incredible organisation for you to join.

Our Mission

To empower every young person towards a brighter future. Fostering resilience, respect, and a lifelong commitment to bettering themselves and their community.

To be the guiding light that empowers the lives of young people from all backgrounds, illuminating pathways to success through boxing, education, and mentoring.

Our Values

BELIEVE – We believe in the innate potential of every young person. We empower them to discover their strength and overcome challenges and ultimately shape their own futures. In our diverse community, everyone is welcome, respected and valued. We embrace differences and create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

BELONG – In our diverse community, everyone is welcome, respected and valued. We embrace differences and create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

BECOME – Our rounded approach to empowering young people ensures they are in the optimal position to chase their dreams and become the best possible version of themselves.

Main Responsibilities

• Engaging the young people with the programme by setting achievable goals
• Planning and delivering sessions incorporating boxing and mentoring
• Creating Schemes of Work to deliver on a daily/termly basis
• Using trauma informed methods of supporting young people to overcome social, educational and emotional barriers during sessions
• Establishing a positive and interactive relationship with each young person
• Mentoring in group and 1-2-1 settings with vulnerable young people
• Helping each young person to develop, or begin to develop, skills to increase their employability
• Guiding the young people through practical based qualifications directly linked to employability
• Monitoring the progress of each young person and writing daily reports
• Overall accountability for the daily structure and delivery
• Managing a team of up to 3 staff

General Responsibilities

• Promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of the work
• Complying with all policies and conditions of service as laid out in the Team Handbook
• Ensuring a positive working environment, and assisting in the general running of the organisation
• Undertaking training as required and agreed through supervision, to build up specialist knowledge and experience in meeting the needs of young people
• Maintaining awareness of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and other legislation as appropriate; including the Equality Act 2010, with particular reference to the protected characteristics
• Experience in and strict adherence to Safeguarding guidelines and applicable legislation at all times
• To work flexibly throughout the week, including evening work where necessary
• Any other duties commensurate with the grade, and falling within the scope of the post, as requested by management

Key Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience of working with young people
• Experience of working within the community and voluntary sector
• Experience of group management
• Personal commitment to addressing the needs of the most socially excluded young people and those who are not in education, training or employment
• Valid, clean driving licence with access to own vehicle for business use
• Knowledge of KCSIE legislation

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Proven track record in working with young people outside of mainstream education
• Working with vulnerable young people in the community

Additional Information

This job description is not exhaustive. It will be subject to periodic review and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the business. The post holder will be expected to participate in this process and we would aim to reach agreement to the changes.

All employees and volunteers are expected to work as a team by actively sharing and exchanging information across the organisation, attending staff meetings when asked and working together with other staff when roles and interests overlap.

What Do Our Staff Say?

'I love Working at Brightstar'. - 73% say they are able to manage their anger better.

'Brightstar feels like a family to me'.

'I feel like we are one team supporting every child' - 75% say they now feel more positive about their future.

'It's the most rewarding job in the world'.

'Being part of the amazing changes young people make is priceless' - 76% say Brightstar has improved their self-confidence.