Hiring Now: Youth Mentor - Reading Near You – Apply Today!

Your Next Youth Mentor - Reading Job Starts Here – Apply Now!

Youth Mentor - Reading

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 90 - 105 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Reading, Berkshire

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Youth Mentor

Location: Reading

Start Date: ASAP

Pay Scale: £90.00 - £105.00 per day

Are you a positive, patient, and enthusiastic Youth Mentor looking for a rewarding opportunity supporting young people? Do you have experience working with children or young people and a passion for helping them develop their confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing?

A welcoming and inclusive Specialist School in Reading is seeking a dedicated Youth Mentor to join their supportive team as soon as possible. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Youth Mentor to provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils who may experience social, emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges, helping them overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

This Youth Mentor role will involve:

Providing consistent 1:1 and small group mentoring support to pupils
Building positive, trusting, and supportive relationships with young people
Supporting pupils with their emotional wellbeing and social development
Helping young people develop confidence, resilience, and self-esteem
Supporting pupils to manage emotions and develop positive coping strategies
Encouraging positive engagement with education and school life
Helping pupils develop independence and effective communication skills
Supporting positive behaviour and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and other support professionals
ASAP start
Well-connected Reading location with excellent transport linksIf you have previous experience working with children or young people, particularly within youth work, education, mentoring, care, sports, community work, or a similar setting, we would love to hear from you. Experience supporting young people with SEMH, behavioural, or mental health needs is desirable, but a positive attitude, resilience, and genuine passion for supporting young people are equally important for this Youth Mentor position.

The school offers ongoing training, guidance, and support from an experienced leadership team, making this an excellent opportunity for a Youth Mentor to build valuable experience and develop their career within a specialist educational setting.

If you would like to apply for this Youth Mentor position, please upload your updated CV directly to this advert.

Academics is a leading education recruitment agency, delivering continuity in the classroom.

Youth Mentor - Reading - Berkshire - ASAP Start - SEN - SEMH - Mental Health - Youth Work

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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 Youth Mentor - Reading job near me in Reading, Berkshire! 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!