Trauma-Informed Mentor: Flexible Hours, Impactful Youth Support

Prospero Teaching; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

Long-term placements available

Work alongside Local Authorities

Meaningful 1:1 mentoring opportunities

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Trauma-Informed Mentor to support children and young people across West Sussex through personalised 1:1 mentoring, helping them build confidence, resilience and engagement in education. You’ll work on behalf of Local Authorities with learners who may have barriers to education, focusing on trust and relationship-led support.

The role offers flexible hours, a September start, and a pay rate of £25-£30 per hour, with long-term placements and meaningful mentoring

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an educational setting, including mentoring, teaching, tutoring, learning support, teaching assistant, youth work, or similar roles
• A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
• Experience supporting children and young people with SEND, SEMH, or additional needs is desirable
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally within West Sussex

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 mentoring to support confidence, resilience, emotional regulation and engagement
• Work across West Sussex with learners who may have barriers to education
• Support learners in building trust and positive engagement with education

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Empathy

Communication skills

Relationship building

Patience

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Trauma-Informed Mentor to support children and young people across West Sussex through personalised 1:1 mentoring, helping them build confidence, resilience and engagement in education. You’ll work on behalf of Local Authorities with learners who may have barriers to education, focusing on trust and relationship-led support.

The role offers flexible hours, a September start, and a pay rate of £25-£30 per hour, with long-term placements and meaningful mentoring