Student Progress Mentor

HSDC; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Waterlooville is seeking a Student Progress Mentor to support students in achieving their goals. The role involves working closely with students facing learning barriers, conducting 1:1 sessions, and providing guidance on progression options like UCAS. Candidates must have at least level 2 qualifications in English and maths, along with a background in youth work or health-related fields. This position offers various benefits, including training opportunities and generous leave packages.

Benefits

Access to training and workshops

Local Government Pension Scheme or Teachers' Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Exclusive discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess English and maths at level 2 or above.
• A background in youth work or teaching is required.
• Must understand mental health support requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support students facing barriers to learning through mentoring.
• Conduct 1:1 sessions to ensure students are on track.
• Work on progression options including UCAS applications.

Skills

Understanding of barriers to learning

Youth work

Public Health

Health & Wellbeing

Teaching qualification

First Aid qualification

Education

English and maths to at least level 2

Job description

Student Progress Mentor

Job Title: Student Progress Mentor
Department: Student Services
Campus: South Downs
Salary: Grade 3 Spine Point 13 - £25,625.74 (actual salary: £16,446.29)
Contract Type: 28 hours, 1 year maternity cover FTC

About the Role

Are you looking for an opportunity to support students to make effective progress and achieve their ambitions? Working with the curriculum to focus on those facing barriers to learning, you would mentor and support student success, promote student resilience and independence through relational practice, target setting and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Develop the skills of students who are disengaging following referrals from tutors; liaise with specialist colleagues to create, coordinate and implement a support plan with clear targets.
• Deliver targeted support interventions, including making referrals for students with physical/mental health issues and liaising with parents/carers as appropriate.
• Conduct regular 1:1s as timetabled for Level 2 and below, ensuring students are on track to succeed.
• Maintain own caseload of Level 3 students, conducting regular 1:1s and monitoring progress.
• Work with students on supporting their progression options including UCAS applications, offering support, guidance and help to contribute to an outstanding learner experience.

Requirements

• English and maths to at least level 2
• Youth work, Public Health, Health & Wellbeing, teaching or trauma‑informed qualification; First Aid qualification or willingness to obtain
• Understanding of barriers to learning, including mental health support requirements
• Working knowledge of external support agencies and stakeholders

Benefits

• Invest in Your Growth: Access a wide range of training, in‑house coaching, workshops and funding for qualifications; opportunities for funded research with potential international travel.
• Generous Pension Plans: Benefit from either the Local Government Pension Scheme or Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Ample Time Off: Enjoy a generous annual leave package to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Exclusive Discounts: Get an NUS TOTUM card, offering discounts with hundreds of retailers.

Application

We strive to offer an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Please complete our application form – we do not accept CVs. For any questions regarding the position contact [e-mail]. For recruitment queries, email [e-mail]. Let us know if you need support with reasonable adjustments.