Job Description
Prospero Teaching are seeking to appoint a number of Mentors in Gosport and nearby areas to support young people aged 4-18 years who are: at risk of exclusion, experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)or living with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.As referrals increase for the upcoming academic year, we are offering flexible opportunities ranging from 2 to 15 hours per week.
As a Mentor, you will:
* Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
* Support engagement in activities that promote confidence and social skills
* Encourage emotional resilience and personal development
* Work 1:1 or in small groups, depending on the needs of the learner
About you:
We welcome applications from individuals with experience in:
* Youth Work
* Children's Support Work
* Counselling
* Foster Care
* 1:1 Mentoring or similar roles
If you're passionate about making a difference and have the empathy, patience, and creativity to support young people in meaningful ways, we'd love to hear from you.
Position - MentorContract or position start date - ASAPContract or position end date (if applicable) - N/AFull time/part-time - Opportunities for bothHours - VariedEssential & Desirable Qualifications:
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+ Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young people
+ Trauma-informed and skilled in de-escalation and emotional regulation strategies- Desirable
To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:
* Hold right to work in the UK
* Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
* Provide references upon request
* Possess up to date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)