Pastoral Mentor

The Progress Group; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national alternative education provider is looking for a Pastoral Mentor in Wolverhampton. The ideal candidate will support students' personal and academic growth, promoting emotional well-being and engagement. Ideal qualifications include GCSEs in Maths and English. This role offers great work-life balance, generous holidays, and a strong emphasis on professional development. Join us to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Access to discounted gym memberships

Wellbeing app with fitness and mindfulness resources

Professional Development support

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Death in Service Insurance

Health and Wellbeing Cashback

Monthly Recognition Awards

Referral Bonus of £500

Weekly drop-ins with Senior Leaders

Qualifications

• Ability to engage learners and support their ambitions.
• Passionate about making a positive impact on students’ lives.
• Professional communication with students and staff.
• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support students in their educational journey and personal growth.
• Create a positive and encouraging environment for learners.
• Promote shared values and well-being among students.

Skills

Engagement skills

Emotional support

Communication

Knowledge of special needs

Experience in education

Commitment to promoting values

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English C or 4 grade and above

Job description

Join us as a Pastoral Mentor: Empower Futures!

Do you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it’s a commitment? Somewhere where the person matters as much as the professional? At Progress Schools, that’s just the approach we take. Our top‑notch benefits go beyond the basics—enjoy access to discounted gym memberships, a free wellbeing app packed with fitness, yoga and mindfulness resources, and dedicated counselling support. And because we know your passion is with pupils and not paperwork, we do everything we can to reduce the amount of surplus admin too.

Your work‑life balance matters. That’s why we offer generous holidays, additional leave for foster carers and flexibility wherever possible.

And why do we do this? Because when you thrive, so do our students. We want to invest in your personal and professional growth as much as we do in the young people who attend our schools.

But that’s not all, we also offer:

• Professional Development: Support for professional qualifications, in‑house training, and paid qualifications. Last year we invested approximately £3.5k per colleague.
• Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary.
• Family‑Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Health and Wellbeing Cashback: Access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering the costs of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually.
• Recognition Awards: Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards.
• Referral Bonus: £500 for referring top talent.
• Exclusive Discounts: MiRewards benefits platform, offering loads of discounts and rewards.
• Weekly drop‑ins with Senior Leaders: Connect, clarify and communicate with weekly drop‑ins with our Managing Director and organisational SLT.
• Group Connection: Annual group conference and a comprehensive benefits review.

Who are we looking for from you?

• Engagement skills: Ability to engage learners and support their ambitions.
• Emotional support: Passionate about making a positive impact on students’ lives.
• Qualification: GCSEs in Maths and English C or 4 grade and above (or an equivalent).
• Knowledge: Understanding of alternative provision and dealing with students with special needs.
• Experience: Working within an education setting or equivalent.
• Communication: Professional communication with students and staff.
• Promotion of values: Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing, and British values.

About The School

Progress Schools is part of The Progress Group, a group of six business units each aspiring to innovate, influence, and inspire others through high‑quality and purposeful education and training. Progress Schools is a national group of 13 independent OFSTED‑regulated schools. At Progress Schools – Wolverhampton we support approximately 15 pupils on roll to ensure that we can provide ample opportunities for children who need a nurturing, encouraging and supportive environment, specifically for those who will reintegrate back into a mainstream setting. The school consists of a core team of the Head of School, three teachers, and two support staff. Further support is also provided by regional and national staff who work with a number of schools across our group.

How to Apply

Ready to be a part of our journey? Submit your application with a brief note about your training philosophy by clicking “APPLY”. If you have any further queries, then please get in touch with our friendly recruitment team by emailing [e-mail].

Let’s redefine education together!

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, or parental status. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. For details of our commitment to safer recruitment please visit our website for further information.

Note

We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role.

Progress Schools is a nationally based, alternative education provider with independent secondary schools located throughout England. We provide high‑quality, supportive, and inspirational teaching to 11–16 year olds at Key Stage 3 and 4. Our bespoke approach ensures positive progression either back into mainstream education, or into the world of further education, work‑based learning, or employment when leaving us in Year 11.