Youth Mentor/Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Burnley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Youth Mentor to support students through academic and personal development in a dynamic school setting. You will mentor individuals and lead group activities, helping students navigate challenges, set goals, and build confidence, resilience, and a love of learning.

A calm, empathetic approach and excellent communication with students, teachers, and families are essential, along with a commitment to youth empowerment.

Qualifications

• 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 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.
• Tuition experience for at least 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one mentoring and lead group activities to support students.
• Help students achieve goals and build confidence, resilience and self-belief.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment that fosters learning and development.

Skills

Mentoring experience

Youth work

Pastoral experience

Excellent communication

Empathy

Creativity

Mental health background

Tuition experience

Job description

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
• Tuition experience for at least 1 year

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