Student Support & Attendance Mentor

Kirklees College; Chatham Waterfront; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Pastoral Mentor to provide vital support to students, focusing on improving attendance and behaviour. This role requires a qualification relating to student support or youth work, along with experience working with adolescents facing challenges in education. The ideal candidate will be committed to safeguarding and upholding values of kindness and excellence. Salary ranges from £12,575 to £13,271 pro rata, with opportunities for professional development and additional benefits.

Benefits

Staff development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Retail and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supporting students with barriers to education.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues related to youth.
• Willingness to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable groups.

Responsibilities

• Intervene with students to enhance their attendance and behaviour.
• Provide support to students engaging with education.
• Understand and address issues affecting students aged 16-18.

Skills

Experience with 14-19 year olds

Commitment to safeguarding

Demonstrating college values

Education

Qualification in student support or youth work

Job description

An educational institution is seeking a Pastoral Mentor to provide vital support to students, focusing on improving attendance and behaviour. This role requires a qualification relating to student support or youth work, along with experience working with adolescents facing challenges in education. The ideal candidate will be committed to safeguarding and upholding values of kindness and excellence. Salary ranges from £12,575 to £13,271 pro rata, with opportunities for professional development and additional benefits.