Youth Mentor – Alternative Provision (Part-Time)

Aviation and Aerospace; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Weston-super-Mare is seeking passionate individuals for youth work roles. You'll act as a mentor to young people, helping them develop confidence and life skills in a supportive environment. The position offers a flexible schedule and requires a driving license. Ideal for those who are patient, reliable, and eager to make a difference in young people's lives.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in mentoring or supporting young people.
• Emotional intelligence and a non-judgmental approach are essential.
• Must have a valid driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Act as a positive role model to young people.
• Build trusted relationships based on empathy and encouragement.
• Run engaging sessions using personal interests.
• Support young people in developing life skills.

Skills

Passionate about youth work

Patient and reliable

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to lead activities

Job description

Overview

North Somerset | £15.00/hour | 1–20 hours per week | Flexible Schedule

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Can you connect with young people through your own passions, skills and interests?

What You’ll Be Doing

• Acting as a positive role model to young people with varying backgrounds
• Building trusted, consistent relationships based on empathy, respect, and encouragement
• Using your own interests (e.g. sport, nature, art, music, mechanics, fitness, history, gaming, woodworking) to run engaging, meaningful sessions
• Supporting young people to develop life skills, confidence, independence, and motivation
• Creating safe spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and understood
• Working 1:1 or in small groups in a peaceful countryside setting with great facilities

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You Are

• Passionate about youth work, mentoring, or supporting young people facing challenges
• Patient, reliable, and emotionally intelligent, with a non-judgmental approach
• Comfortable taking the lead in activities and building rapport in informal settings
• A driver with access to a car — travel within North Somerset is essential

Why Join Us?

• Be part of something genuinely grassroots and person-led
• Enjoy a flexible role with training, development, and leadership opportunities
• Work in a supportive, forward-thinking team that puts relationships first

Apply now and be part of a movement that meets young people where they are — and walks beside them as they figure out where they’re going.