Pastoral & Wellbeing Mentor

Bolton College; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a Pastoral and Wellbeing Mentor to support learners in overcoming barriers to learning. The successful candidate will implement support strategies, advocate for students, and ensure their inclusion in the learning environment. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications and have experience in a pastoral role. The role involves maintaining high standards of safeguarding and requires an enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Qualification and/or training at Level 3 or related experience in supporting diverse learners.
• GCSEs in English and maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Level 2 Counselling qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and advocate for learners seeking support.
• Implement support strategies to meet educational targets.
• Promote inclusion of all learners.

Skills

Empathetic approach

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above

Level 2 Counselling qualification

Professional qualification or training at Level 3

Job description

Pastoral and Wellbeing Mentor

The College is looking to appoint a Pastoral and Wellbeing Mentor to provide a complementary service to both teaching and support staff, addressing the needs of learners who need help to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside of the classroom in order to achieve their potential.

Qualifications You Bring

• Hold a professional qualification and/or training at Level 3 or casework experience in supporting learners with a diverse range of needs
• Hold GCSEs in English and maths at grade 4/C or above or equivalent
• Possess a Level 2 Counselling qualification or equivalent
• Have experience of working with young people, in a pastoral role, on a one-to-one basis, within a Further Education setting
• Have experience liaising with schools and other agencies including mental health professionals and putting supportive strategies put in place
• Have an empathetic approach to working individually with young people and adults

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Proactively mentor, buddy and advocate learners
• Organise the implementation of planned support strategies in order to meet targets
• Promote the inclusion of all learners into an educational environment
• Take responsibility with course tutors and support staff for the identification, support and signposting (where appropriate) of at‑risk learners
• Demonstrate values and behaviours suitable to work with students and within the team
• Work under pressure with changing priorities with good organisational and administrative skills
• As an individual you will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and will therefore be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check

If you would like to chat about anything, from the role to what it’s like to work with us, please don’t hesitate to contact us by e‑mail at [e-mail].