Learning Mentor
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Learning Mentor
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Learning Mentor for their Torbay centre based at Upton Vale Baptist Church, Torquay. Salary £25,045 – £27,045 depending on experience (pro rata if part-time). Full-time or part-time considered. Permanent contract starting September 2026.
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[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a Christian charity working in partnership with local churches to deliver trauma-informed educational programmes. Our young people are aged 11-16 facing exclusion or disengagement. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] currently operates four Centres across England. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are known as 'non-school alternative provision' settings. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding.
Job Description
- Job Title: Learning Mentor
- Location: Based at Upton Vale Baptist Church, Torquay
- Salary: £25,045 – £27,045 (pro rata)
- Hours: Full-time (37.5 hrs/week) or part-time (24.5 hrs/week) term time
- Contract: Permanent with 3-month probation
- Start: 1st September 2026
- Reporting to: Head of Centre
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] serve young people on the margins of education. The Learning Mentor role blends relational skills and Christian faith to deliver alternative education. Tasks include planning and delivering programmes, providing 1-1 and small group support, leading after-school activities, and promoting trauma-informed approaches. The role requires willingness to share personal faith and pray with young people.
Person Specification
- Qualifications: GCSE English and Maths (A*-C) essential; First Aid, counselling training desirable
- Skills: Engaging young people, behaviour management, SEN understanding, communication, ICT skills
- Experience: Working with challenging young people aged 11-16 in education/youth work setting
- Christian lifestyle: Active Christian faith, commitment to spiritual development, willing to share faith
- Additional: Enhanced DBS, eligibility to work in UK, driving licence desirable
For further information, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Apply online.