Youth Mentor

Prospero Teaching; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Youth Mentor to guide and inspire students facing challenges. This role involves one-on-one mentoring, leading group activities, and fostering confidence and resilience in young people. Ideal candidates should have mentoring experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for youth empowerment. Apply now to join a rewarding dynamic environment!

Qualifications

• Experience in a mentoring, youth work, or pastoral role, ideally in education or social care.
• Passion for working with young people facing emotional or social challenges.
• Interest in mental health or youth services is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Guide and inspire students needing additional support.
• Lead group activities and support students in achieving their goals.
• Foster confidence, resilience, and self-belief in young people.

Skills

Mentoring experience

Excellent communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Creative approach to engaging students

Job description

The Objective

Youth Mentor vacancy - If you're driven by making a tangible difference and are excited by the prospect of working in a rewarding, dynamic environment, then we want to hear from you!

About the Role

Are you someone who thrives on supporting young people through challenges and helping them discover their true potential? As a Youth Mentor, you'll play a key role in guiding and inspiring students who need additional support in navigating both their academic and personal development. Whether it's through one-on-one mentoring, leading group activities, or supporting students in achieving their goals, you will help foster confidence, resilience, and self-belief.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a mentoring, youth work, or pastoral role, ideally within an education or social care setting
• Passion for working with young people facing emotional or social challenges
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to connect with and motivate young people
• Empathy, patience, and a solutions-focused approach to supporting students' personal growth
• A creative, energetic approach to engaging students and helping them find joy in learning and personal development
• An interest or background in mental health, social work, or youth services would be an advantage

To Be Eligible You Must

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced DBS certificate (child barred list) or be willing to apply for a new one
• Provide two professional references from child-related roles
• Be passionate about youth empowerment and creating a safe, inclusive environment for young people

📝 Ready to make a real difference? Apply today by sending us your most up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.