Sixth Form Wellbeing & Progress Mentor

Smile Education; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily rate

CPD opportunities

Smile Education consultant

Job summary

Smile Education is seeking a Sixth Form Pastoral Manager to support wellbeing, attendance, behaviour and personal development of students in Solihull.

The role involves building strong relationships, mentoring students, monitoring attendance, liaising with parents and staff, and contributing to safeguarding and progression planning. Immediate start, with a competitive daily rate of £110–£140 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a pastoral, safeguarding, mentoring or student support role.
• Experience working with secondary-aged students, ideally within a sixth form or post-16 setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, approachable and supportive manner.
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confidence dealing with sensitive situations and challenging conversations.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• Someone who is proactive, reliable and passionate about helping young people succeed.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the pastoral care and wellbeing of sixth form students.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students and provide guidance and mentoring.
• Monitor and support attendance, punctuality and engagement.
• Work with students to identify barriers to learning and put appropriate support in place.
• Support students with behaviour, motivation, confidence and personal development.
• Liaise with parents, carers, teachers, SEN staff and external professionals where appropriate.
• Support safeguarding and respond appropriately to any concerns.
• Help students prepare for their next steps, including university, employment, apprenticeships and further education.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to meetings and pastoral reviews.

Skills

Pastoral care

Mentoring

Student support

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Job description

Smile Education is seeking a Sixth Form Pastoral Manager to support wellbeing, attendance, behaviour and personal development of students in Solihull.

The role involves building strong relationships, mentoring students, monitoring attendance, liaising with parents and staff, and contributing to safeguarding and progression planning. Immediate start, with a competitive daily rate of £110–£140 depending on experience.