School-Based At-Risk Youth Engagement Mentor

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work life balance

Term-time schedule

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Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. in Blackpool seeks a Community Outreach & Engagement Mentor to join a forward-thinking secondary academy’s pastoral and inclusion team.

This role bridges home, community, and school life, offering vulnerable students consistent guidance, advocacy, and positive direction. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to support attendance, engagement, and wellbeing, using restorative conversations and de-escalation.

Qualifications

• Experience in community outreach, youth mentoring, family support, or community engagement.
• Compassionate, non-judgemental approach to supporting teenagers.
• Strong communication skills and resilience to navigate complex social situations.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Work on a 1:1 and small-group basis with secondary students facing barriers to attendance and engagement.
• Act as a reliable mentor and advocate, helping pupils navigate emotional challenges and school routines.
• Conduct restorative conversations and proactive de-escalation to prevent disruption or exclusions.
• Collaborate with Heads of Year, attendance team, safeguarding leads, and external community services.
• Support students in building self-esteem, personal accountability, and positive life skills.

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. in Blackpool seeks a Community Outreach & Engagement Mentor to join a forward-thinking secondary academy’s pastoral and inclusion team.

This role bridges home, community, and school life, offering vulnerable students consistent guidance, advocacy, and positive direction. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to support attendance, engagement, and wellbeing, using restorative conversations and de-escalation.