Job Description

Mentoring Assistant / Youth Mentor

Location: Leyland, Lancashire (PR25)1`

Salary: £25,500 per annum

Contract: Temporary to Permanent | Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

Are you looking for a rewarding role as a Mentor in Leyland? We are seeking a dedicated individual to support young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent position in a supportive educational environment starting immediately.

The Role: Why This Mentor Position is Unique

As a Youth Mentor, you will go beyond standard classroom support. You will be the bridge between a student's emotional wellbeing and their academic success. Based in Leyland, you will work with students who have faced barriers to learning, providing them with the tools to succeed.

  • 1:1 Mentoring: Deliver bespoke emotional and social interventions.

  • Behavior Support: Use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations safely.

  • Progress Tracking: Help students meet targets within their EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan).

  • Community Impact: Work in a local Leyland school that priorities student mental health.

Key Requirements

To be successful in this Mentor role, you should have:

  • Experience: Previous work as a Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, or Support Worker is highly valued.

  • Location: Ability to commute to Leyland (PR25) daily.

  • Qualities: High emotional intelligence, patience, and a "thick skin."

  • DBS: An enhanced DBS check is required (we can assist with this if needed).

Benefits of Joining Us

  • Competitive Pay: £25,500 salary with a clear path to a permanent contract.

  • Immediate Start: Skip the long recruitment cycles; we are looking for someone to join ASAP.

  • Professional Development: Training in Team-Teach, Autism Awareness, and SEMH strategies.

  • Local Work: Conveniently located for those living in Leyland, Preston, or Chorley.

How to Apply

If you are searching for Mentor jobs in Leyland and want a role that offers both stability and purpose, click Apply Now. We are interviewing immediately for an ASAP start, contact christina.grindy@twrecruitment.com or call 01772 977 333.