Youth Mentory

Prospero Teaching; Manchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Youth Mentor to support students in Salford during school hours. This part-time role offers flexibility up to 20 hours per week, with sessions typically between 9am and 3pm, and pay up to £30 per hour.

You will build confidence, resilience and personal development through one-to-one mentoring, group activities and goal setting, promoting inclusive practice and safeguarding in an education setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in mentoring, youth work or pastoral roles.
• Passion for working with young people facing challenges.
• Excellent communication and motivational skills.
• Empathy, patience and a solutions-first approach.
• Creative and energetic approach to engaging learners.
• Interest/background in mental health or youth services advantageous.
• Tuition experience for at least 1 year.

Responsibilities

• One-to-one mentoring with students.
• Lead group activities and support sessions.
• Help students achieve goals and personal development.

Skills

Mentoring

Youth work

Pastoral role

Communication

Empathy

Creativity

Tuition experience

Motivation

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 in Salford, you’ll play a key role in guiding and inspiring students who need additional support in navigating both their academic and personal development. Whether its through one to one mentoring, leading group activities, or supporting students in achieving their goals, you will help foster confidence, resilience, and self esteem

This is a part-time role (up to 20 hours per week), paid at up to £30 per hour. Sessions take place during school hours, between 9am and 3pm, giving you flexibility while still fitting around the school day.

What Were 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 first 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

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 complete all safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero Teaching before starting. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting their welfare.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Youth Mentory Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West, England