Youth Mentor/Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Youth Mentor to support students facing challenges and help them discover their potential. You will provide one-on-one mentoring, lead group activities, and support pupils in achieving their academic and personal goals.

We value empathy, patience, and a creative, energetic approach to engaging learners. The role involves fostering confidence, resilience and self-belief, with a passion for youth empowerment and inclusive practice in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in mentoring or youth work in education/social care settings.
• Excellent communication and motivation skills to connect with young people.
• Ability to support students' personal growth with empathy and patience.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one mentoring and lead group activities.
• Support students in achieving academic and personal goals.
• Foster confidence, resilience and self-belief in learners.

Skills

Mentoring

Youth work

Communication

Empathy & patience

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