Job Description
Job Title: Youth Mentor (Salford) Location: Salford Pay Rate: £25 per hour (starting rate) Job Type: Temporary | Part-Time | 20 hours per week Start Date: March 2026 We are looking for a dedicated Youth Mentor to join our team in Salford, helping young people overcome challenges and achieve their potential. As a Youth Mentor, you will work with students facing social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges, providing one-to-one support to guide them through personal and academic development. Key Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one mentoring for students, offering emotional support and guidance.
Help students develop essential life skills, build confidence, and improve social interactions. Work with young people to set personal goals and create action plans to achieve them. Support students with academic tasks, including English and Maths, where necessary.
Act as a positive role model, building trust and helping students navigate challenges. Communicate with parents/carers and professionals to ensure a holistic approach to support. Essential Requirements: Minimum 1 year of experience working with young people, preferably in a mentoring or support role.
Experience supporting students with SEMH or other additional needs. Right to work in the UK. Must have, or be willing to undertake, an Enhanced DBS check.
Desirable Qualifications: Experience working in a similar role with young people who face academic or personal challenges. Qualification in Youth Work, Social Care, or a related field. If you are passionate about supporting young people and helping them thrive, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Salford, starting March 2026.
Other Information: 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 pass all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching. All adults working with children and young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting their welfare.
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