Peer Mentor

Waythrough View All Jobs; Skipton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme (employer contribution)

Life assurance (3× salary)

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Waythrough seeks a Peer Mentor for the Launch Pad: Community Works in Scarborough. You will build trusting relationships with young people 16-24, provide mentoring, and help them identify strengths and plan small community projects.

The role emphasizes practical, hands-on support and collaboration with local partners to ensure safe, engaging activities and progression into education or employment.

Qualifications

• Experience building positive relationships with young people aged 16-24.
• Ability to provide consistent peer mentoring and encouragement.
• Understanding of safeguarding and wellbeing concerns.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, respectful relationships with young people aged 16-24.
• Provide consistent peer mentoring and encouragement to participants.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment within the Launch Pad Hub.
• Support participants to plan and deliver small-scale Community Works projects.
• Organise Launch Talks, workshops and other positive activities.

Skills

Relationship building

Peer mentoring

Engagement of youth

Safeguarding awareness

Community outreach

Job description

Launch Pad: Community Works is a new early-intervention project supporting young people aged 16-24 in Scarborough who may be at risk of offending, antisocial behaviour, exploitation or disengagement from education, training and employment. The Peer Mentor will be central to the success of the project, providing a consistent, approachable and positive presence for young people attending the Launch Pad Hub. You will build trusting relationships, encourage participation and help young people recognise their strengths, develop practical skills and make positive connections within their community. A key part of the role will be supporting young people to identify and deliver small‑scale Community Works projects. These may include creating planters, reviving community gardens, refreshing community rooms or improving shared outdoor spaces. The role is deliberately practical and relationship based. You will work alongside young people rather than simply directing them, helping them to take ownership of projects and see the positive impact of their contribution. You will also support Launch Talks, workshops and opportunities to meet employers, colleges, training providers and community organisations, helping participants understand and access their next steps. What You'll Do:

• Build positive, respectful and appropriate relationships with young people aged 16-24.
• Provide consistent peer mentoring and encouragement to participants.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive and non-judgemental environment within the Launch Pad Hub.
• Support young people to identify their interests, strengths, aspirations and goals.
• Encourage young people who may be reluctant or anxious about engaging with services to participate at their own pace.
• Support participants to plan and deliver small‑scale Community Works projects.
• Work with community organisations and local partners to identify suitable opportunities.
• Ensure activities are appropriately planned, risk assessed and delivered safely.
• Support participants to develop practical, communication and teamwork skills.
• Organise and support Launch Talks, workshops and other positive activities.
• Encourage participation in accredited training and other learning opportunities.
• Support participants to maintain their Launch Passport, recording skills, achievements, training and community contributions.
• Promote progression into education, training, volunteering, apprenticeships and employment.
• Support participants to access other Waythrough services and external agencies where appropriate.
• Develop effective relationships with referral partners, community organisations, employers and training providers. Experience of building positive and trusting relationships.
• Experience of planning or supporting activities, projects or events.
• Experience of working appropriately with other professionals, organisations or community groups.
• Able to motivate and encourage people who may lack confidence or be reluctant to engage.
• Able to engage young people in a friendly, respectful and non-judgemental way.
• Able to recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding or wellbeing concerns.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team. Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we've created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
• Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services - and it's all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers. Make a real difference in your community Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change. What We Offer We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package: 27 days' annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays) Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5% Life assurance (3× annual salary) Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days' annual leave Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals £500 Recommend a Friend bonus Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year Inclusion and accessibility Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.