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Youth Mentor

  1. Primary SEN Support
  2. Gloucestershire
Date posted : 17/01/25
  1. Full Time
£83.85 - 95.00 per day

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Youth Mentor - Primary School Setting 

Location: Bristol 

Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary / Permanent 

Salary: Competitive, based on experience 

 

About the Role: 

Are you passionate about helping children achieve their full potential? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Youth Mentor to support children in a primary school setting, guiding them in their learning journey and fostering positive development. As a Youth Mentor, you will play a crucial role in supporting children with their academic progress, personal growth, and overall well-being. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Work one-on-one or in small groups with children to provide academic support and encouragement. 

  • Foster a positive and inclusive environment where all children feel confident to engage and participate. 

  • Assist children with their learning in various subjects, including literacy, numeracy, and creative activities. 

  • Support children with additional learning needs or emotional challenges, adapting teaching methods to suit individual requirements. 

  • Collaborate with teachers and school staff to monitor progress and implement strategies for improvement. 

  • Provide pastoral care and be a positive role model for students, promoting good behaviour and emotional resilience. 

  • Encourage children to develop their social skills and build positive relationships with peers. 

 

Ideal Candidate: 

  • Experience working with children, preferably in a school or youth setting. 

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with young learners. 

  • Patient, compassionate, and empathetic approach to mentoring and supporting children. 

  • Ability to adapt to different learning styles and work creatively to engage children in learning. 

  • An understanding of child development and the challenges children face in their educational journey. 

  • Previous experience supporting children with learning difficulties or special educational needs is an advantage. 

  • A positive, proactive attitude and a desire to make a real difference in children’s lives. 

 

Why Join Us? 

  • Be part of a supportive team dedicated to making a positive impact on children’s lives. 

  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. 

  • Gain valuable experience in a school environment. 

  • Competitive salary and benefits package. 

  • If you are passionate about making a difference and helping children thrive in their learning, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career in education. 

  • Teaching Personnel is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. 

 

In order to work for Teaching Personnel and clear our vetting process, you must have a Child Workforce DBS subscribed to the Update Service. Full assistance will be provided should you need to apply for a new check, at a standard cost of £49.50, plus an annual subscription fee of £16 for the Update Service. 

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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