Student Wellbeing Mentor

Deer Park School; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

RAISE a Hand day: fully paid day off

Two-week October half term

Pension scheme enrolment

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Leisure Centre membership access

Job summary

Deer Park School is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Mentor to support student wellbeing and academic progress. You will work with the Pastoral Team and Year Heads to provide individualized guidance, mentoring and early intervention where needed.

You will help identify students needing support, track progress and maintain confidential records, contributing to a positive, inclusive school culture within a growing seven-form secondary school.

Qualifications

• Experience in pastoral care or student support is desirable.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact for students, providing individualised support and guidance on personal, social and emotional issues.
• Develop positive relationships with students, offering one-to-one mentoring and building confidence and self-esteem.
• Identify students needing support and implement early intervention strategies with the Pastoral Team.
• Collaborate with Year Heads, teachers and external agencies for a coordinated approach to student support.
• Track student progress and maintain confidential records.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive school environment where all students feel valued.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Listening skills

Empathy

Job description

Deer Park School is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Mentor to support student wellbeing and academic progress. You will work with the Pastoral Team and Year Heads to provide individualized guidance, mentoring and early intervention where needed.

You will help identify students needing support, track progress and maintain confidential records, contributing to a positive, inclusive school culture within a growing seven-form secondary school.