Student Progression Mentor

Kentjobs; Broadstairs; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Broadstairs is looking for a Student Progression Mentor to support students through personal and academic challenges. This role involves one-to-one mentoring, helping students build resilience, and ensuring they thrive in a busy college environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to student wellbeing. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension scheme

Access to online discounts

Time off for family commitments

Community involvement days

Qualifications

• Proactive and motivated individual.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Experience supporting young people is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one mentoring to support students’ personal development.
• Maintain accurate records and report concerns.
• Help students overcome barriers and build resilience.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Calm under pressure

Flexibility

Experience with mental health difficulties

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

About The Role

Support. Inspire. Empower.
Become a Student Progression Mentor and help shape brighter futures.

As aStudent Progression Mentorat EKC, you’ll be at the heart of student support—guiding learners through challenges and helping them grow into confident, independent individuals.

In this rewarding role, you will:

• Provide one-to-one mentoring to support students’ personal and academic development

• Work closely with disaffected or disengaged young people to re-engage them in their learning

• Help students overcome barriers, build resilience, and realise their full potential

Why join EKC Group?

• Make a lasting difference in students’ lives

• Gain valuable qualifications including:

  • Mental Health First Aid

  • Autism Awareness

  • Counselling Concepts

  • Safeguarding & DUST Referrals

• Join a supportive team passionate about student wellbeing and success

Step into a role where every day is an opportunity to empower the next generation.

Hours per week: 15

Weeks per year: 38

Salary: £7,950

Holiday pay: £1,072

Alongside our priority of excellent student experience, we also focus on our employees. Here are just some of ourbenefitswhen working for the East Kent Colleges Group:

• Competitive salary and holiday entitlement
• Access to 100's of online discounts via our Rewards Scheme (Inc. Restaurant, Grocery, Retail, Gym, Holidays)
• Access to cycle to work, car leasing and tech purchasing schemes
• Generous pension scheme - 18% employer contribution
• Being part of a company with a Eco-Sustainability focus of being Net-Zero
• Time off for your child's first day at school, moving home and for interviews
• My 10 Days initiative - bid for up-to 10 days off work to pursue voluntary work
• Being part of Community Days and Annual Staff Celebration Day

About You

We are seeking to appoint aproactive and motivated Student Progression Mentorto join our dedicated team.

In this vital student-facing role, you’ll help ensure learners are supported throughout their time at college, enabling them to thrive academically and personally.

You will:

• Be an excellent communicator, able to build strong relationships with students, staff, parents, and external agencies

• Be empathetic, supportive and non-judgmental, with a genuine commitment to student wellbeing

• Remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to the changing demands of a busy college environment

• Have experience supporting young people, particularly those with mental health difficulties (desirable)

• Demonstrate a flexible, positive and solution-focused approach

You will also be responsible for:

• Maintaining accurate records and reporting concerns to relevant departments

• Supporting students to engage, achieve and progress

• Using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) confidently and effectively

If you’re passionate about making a difference and feel this role aligns with your skills and experience, we’d love to hear from you.

No need to spend time updating your CV– just click Apply and complete our short application form. You can save your progress as you go, and we’ll review all applications after the closing date.

For an informal chat or if you have any questions, please email us at [e-mail].