Children & Young People’s Skills Mentor

1 month ago


Ceredigion, United Kingdom Ceredigion County Council Full time

About the role

We are looking to recruit a Children and Young People’s Skills Mentor to join our Attainment and Engagement Team (Lifelong Learning).

This is an exciting role within the service providing the opportunity to work with young people from the community and improve their educational outcomes.

On a day to day basis you will:

Formulate and coordinate educational and wellbeing packages of support that meet the Additional needs of our pupilsEnsure the Health, safety and wellbeing of all pupils who attend the unit by working in a multi-agency capacityProvide and coordinate high quality pastoral care by coordinating programs and interventionsCreate an inclusive, comfortable and happy Unit environment to ensure good pupil engagement and wellbeingWork as part of a team to ensure effective daily provision

We are looking to recruit an individual that has:

Good Communication and interpersonal SkillsExcellent negotiation skillsExcellent behaviour management skillsPositive, inclusive attitude towards diversityAbility to relate well to vulnerable/challenging pupils and young peopleAbility to work independently or as part of a team.Be flexible in your approach and be able to problem-solveAbility to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunitiesExcellent awareness of relevant policies / procedures / processes related to the post (e.g. attachment awareness, safeguarding, accreditations)To be innovative and creative in your approach to supporting vulnerable and challenging young peopleAbility to be trustworthy and reliable, and to respect confidentialityTo be organized and be able to multi-taskAbility to maintain a professional relationship whilst working with young people and external delivery partners

Job Description and Person Specification

For further information, please contact Mr Jamie James – Team Manager on or

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Where you'll work

Schools and Culture

We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows: 

School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in EducationAdditional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational PsychologyPupil Wellbeing:Counselling; Welfare; Anti-Bullying, Pupil VoiceEducation Governance: Data ; Governor Support, Policy supportSchool Admissions Culture: Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; MuseumInfrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; GrantsCatering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes.Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training

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