Hiring Now: School Progress Mentor Near You – Apply Today!

Your Next School Progress Mentor Job Starts Here – Apply Now!

School Progress Mentor

Job Posted: 12 hours ago

Salary: £ 100 - 115 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Wirral, Merseyside

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Title: School Progress Mentor 
 Location: Wirral, Merseyside
 Start Date: 05/01/2026
 Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Are you passionate about helping young people achieve their full academic potential? Do you have the skills to motivate, guide, and support students to overcome barriers and make excellent progress? We're looking for a dedicated and proactive School Progress Mentor to join a Wirral secondary school with an immediate start available.

About the Role:

As a School Progress Mentor, you will work closely with students across Key Stages 3 and 4, supporting them to stay on track with their learning, improve their engagement, and reach their academic targets. You'll collaborate with teachers, pastoral teams, and senior leaders to identify underperformance, deliver targeted interventions, and provide personalised support that boosts confidence and resilience.

Key Responsibilities:

* Support identified students to improve engagement, behaviour, attendance, and academic progress
 * Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions focused on study skills, motivation, organisation, and subject-specific support
 * Monitor pupil progress and maintain accurate records
 * Work closely with teachers to understand learning needs and tailor support accordingly
 * Build positive, supportive relationships with pupils to help remove barriers to learning
 * Communicate effectively with parents/carers and staff to promote a consistent approach to student progress
 * Contribute to whole-school strategies aimed at raising attainment and aspirations

What We're Looking For:

* Previous experience working with young people in an education, mentoring, or pastoral capacity
 * Strong organisational skills and the ability to motivate and guide students
 * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
 * A proactive, patient, and supportive approach
 * A genuine passion for student development and achievement
 * A valid enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply for one)

Desirable (but not essential):

* Experience supporting KS3/KS4 students or delivering academic interventions
 * Background in mentoring, coaching, youth work, teaching assistant work, or pastoral support

Why Work Through Tradewind?

* Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE
 * Liverpool's most recommended education agency, with over 700 5-star Google reviews
 * Exclusive access to CPD and training via The National College
 * Support from dedicated consultants with extensive experience placing pastoral and mentoring staff
 * Strong partnerships with schools across Wirral and the wider Liverpool City Region

How to Apply:

To express interest or request further information, please click 'apply now' or send your CV and a brief cover letter to  as soon as possible.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references

Before You Apply

Do not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:

Bank details.
National Insurance number.
Date of birth.

You should not be asked for payment or irrelevant information. If you have concerns about a job advert or employer, seek guidance on how to proceed.

Looking for your next career move? Join a top company hiring School Progress Mentor job near me in Wirral, Merseyside! This is your chance to work on exciting projects, grow professionally, and enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to take the next step, this role offers the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills and make an impact. Don’t miss out—apply today via Vita CV and take your career to the next level!