PRU Mentor

Step Teachers; Walmersley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the education sector is seeking a PRU Mentor located in Walmersley, England. The mentor will support students aged 11-16 from vulnerable backgrounds through 1:1 mentoring and hands-on activities. The role requires experience with SEMH and a calm, adaptable approach. Pay is up to £105/day, with additional benefits including equal pay after 13 weeks and DBS refund after 20 days.

Benefits

Equal pay after 13 weeks

DBS refund after 20 days

Free CPD via the National College

Wellbeing & lifestyle benefits

£100 refer-a-friend bonus

Support from an experienced SEN consultant

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable young people is essential.
• Ability to adapt to different learning environments.
• Strong communication skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 mentoring to students in a PRU.
• Conduct intervention sessions across various subjects.
• Support students emotionally and academically.

Skills

Experience working with young people (SEMH, behavioural, or vulnerable settings)

Calm, patient, and adaptable approach

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Job description

Overview

PRU Mentor | Secondary Alternative Provision | Bury | Step Teachers

Start: After Half Term - Oct 3rd or ASAP after that

Pay: Up to £105/day (PAYE)

Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-3:30pm | Temp-to-Perm

Role Description

We're working with a secondary PRU in Bury supporting young people aged 11-16 from vulnerable backgrounds who are looking for a PRU Mentor to join them. The school provides smaller classes, vocational learning, and strong pastoral care to help pupils rebuild confidence and re-engage with education.

You'll support students through 1:1 mentoring, intervention sessions, and hands-on activities across subjects like construction, catering, and outdoor learning. Each day is different, combining academic support with personal guidance and emotional mentoring.

What you'll need

• Experience working with young people (SEMH, behavioural, or vulnerable settings)
• A calm, patient, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

What's on offer

• Equal pay after 13 weeks
• DBS refund after 20 days
• Free CPD via the National College
• Step Perks - wellbeing & lifestyle benefits
• £100 refer-a-friend bonus
• Support from a local SEN consultant with 10+ years' experience

Requirements

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply), 2 professional references, right to work in the UK, photo ID, proof of address, and a 10-year CV history.

How to apply

📞 Contact Graham Warner at Step Teachers (Manchester)

📩 Apply now to help young people find stability, confidence, and a path forward in this PRU Mentor role in Bury