Job description
Shape Futures, Inspire Minds – Become an SEN Youth Mentor with Sugarman Health and Wellbeing Today!
Job Title: SEN Youth Mentor
Locations: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Pay: £20- £25 per hour, PAYE
Working Days: Monday to Friday (Term time only)
Flexible Hours: Between 9:00 AM and 4:30 PM
Contract: Permanent
About Us
Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is a specialist organisation dedicated to supporting children and young adults through our dedicated Children’s Services division. Our mission is to provide tailored support that empowers young individuals to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and thrive in safe, nurturing environments.
Why Join Sugarman Health and Wellbeing?
At Sugarman Health and Wellbeing, our mission is to transform the lives of young people facing significant challenges. We are committed to providing personalised educational and emotional support, helping each child build the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to thrive. You will be part of a dedicated team that believes in every student’s potential and works tirelessly to unlock it.
Benefits:
- Excellent Pay - Enjoy a highly competitive rate that reflects your skills and dedication.
- Secure Your Future - Benefit from our comprehensive pension scheme to support your long-term goals.
- Earn While You Rest - Accrued holiday pay means you get paid while you’re getting some well-deserved rest during the holidays.
- Bring a Friend, Get Rewarded - Take advantage of our Refer a Friend scheme and earn bonuses for great recommendations.
- Support That Never Stops - Our dedicated team is with you every step of the way, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Work-Life Balance - Enjoy flexibility that fits around your lifestyle and commitments.
About the Role
As a Youth Mentor, you will provide essential support to primary and secondary students with a range of emotional, social, and educational needs.
You will help students build confidence, improve social skills, and reintegrate into education settings. Through building strong relationships, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of their day-to-day experiences and offer guidance to support them in engaging with positive activities.
Support is often provided in community venues or residential settings, depending on the individual needs of the student.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Provide emotional support by listening to and understanding the challenges young people face, including family issues, peer pressure, mental health concerns, and academic stress.
- Help young people develop important life skills, such as problem-solving, decision-making, time management, goal setting, and communication.
- Foster self-esteem and self-worth by offering encouragement and helping students recognise their strengths and talents.
- Act as a positive role model, demonstrating behaviours, values, and attitudes that encourage young people to emulate.
- Support the reintegration of students into educational settings by addressing behavioural and emotional challenges.
Who We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for individuals who are compassionate, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality mentorship. Ideally, you will have:
- Experience: At least 2 years of experience working with young people, particularly those with challenging behaviour or complex needs.
- Personal Qualities: Compassion, patience, and a proactive attitude toward supporting students with diverse needs.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and work effectively as part of a team.
- Adaptability: A flexible approach to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Mentoring Experience: A strong understanding of managing and mentoring young people.
- DBS: Enhanced DBS on the update system (or willingness to apply for a new DBS if required).
- Right to Work: The legal right to work in the UK.
- Insurance: Business Insurance is a requirement for this role.
- Driving Licence: A full UK driving licence is a requirement for this role.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your most up-to-date CV. If your application is successful, a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch to learn more about your experience, interests, and suitability for the role.
Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of their sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, civil partnership status, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, or disability.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join a team that makes a difference every day.
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