Youth Mentor/Tutor

senploy; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth mentoring organization in the United Kingdom seeks a passionate Youth Mentor to support young people facing challenges. In this role, you will guide and inspire students through mentoring and group activities, fostering confidence and resilience. Ideal candidates will have experience in mentoring or youth work, excellent communication skills, and a creative approach to engaging students. A commitment to youth empowerment and the right to work in the UK are essential for applicants.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Guide and inspire students in academic and personal development.
• Lead group activities and provide one-on-one mentoring.
• Help foster confidence, resilience, and self-belief in students.

Skills

Mentoring experience

Excellent communication skills

Empathy

Creative engagement

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