Student Support & Wellbeing Mentor

The Martin Bacon Academy; Stamford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Defined benefit pension

Healthcare benefits

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Stamford Welland Academy is seeking a compassionate Student Support Assistant to join our pastoral team. You will support wellbeing, attendance and behaviour, building confidence and resilience in students.

You will work with students, families and staff to provide pastoral guidance, mentoring individuals and small groups, and help identify vulnerable students while safeguarding procedures are followed. This role is term-time plus seven days, 37 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (desirable).
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Organised and proactive with good record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with their wellbeing, behaviour and attendance.
• Providing mentoring and guidance to individuals and small groups.
• Working with families to improve student engagement and outcomes.
• Assisting in the identification and support of vulnerable students.
• Supporting the implementation of pastoral and safeguarding procedures.
• Monitoring student progress and maintaining accurate records.
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Supporting young people

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Calm under pressure

Organised

Independent working

Job description

Stamford Welland Academy is seeking a compassionate Student Support Assistant to join our pastoral team. You will support wellbeing, attendance and behaviour, building confidence and resilience in students.

You will work with students, families and staff to provide pastoral guidance, mentoring individuals and small groups, and help identify vulnerable students while safeguarding procedures are followed. This role is term-time plus seven days, 37 hours per week.