Pastoral Mentor - West Bromwich, United Kingdom - Sandwell College

Sandwell College

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West Bromwich, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Location:
Central Campus, Sandwell, West Bromwich

Working Hours:
15 hours per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

FTE Salary:
£22,330 - £25,870 per annum

Actual Salary:
£8, £9,634.97 pro rata, per annum

Sandwell College is a prominent organization with a vibrant atmosphere. Situated on the outskirts of Birmingham, our college has seen remarkable success in recent years and has ambitious plans for the future, currently catering to over 7,000 students.

We provide attractive benefits including:

Generous annual leave for staff (35 days plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown)
Competitive pension scheme, with LGPS employer pension contributions at 21.5%
Various health and wellbeing programs
Discounted gym membership
Opportunities for career progression and training through regular 'Appreciation Days'

We are currently seeking an experienced Pastoral Mentor to join our pastoral team on a part-time, fixed-term maternity cover basis from June 2024 to May 2025.

We are looking for a dedicated individual with coaching skills to guide and support 16 to 18-year-old students in academic and emotional development, aiming to enhance attendance, retention, and behavior. The ideal candidate will motivate learners to achieve excellence in their education journey.

Our Pastoral Mentors collaborate closely with Program Achievement Managers to support students facing challenges in various learning environments, requiring effective communication skills.

The successful candidate should ideally possess a qualification in youth work or mentoring and demonstrate experience in mentoring young learners, preferably in an educational setting.

Closing date for applications is 31 May 2024. The vacancy may close earlier at our discretion.

Interviews:
Initial interviews are scheduled for June 2024.

Sandwell College is a dynamic and diverse institution located on the outskirts of Birmingham, known for its successful track record and ambitious vision for the future, catering to a large student population.

Our mission is to facilitate a smooth transition for young individuals from school to college, guiding them towards top-tier universities and career opportunities. Additionally, we are dedicated to offering adult learners pathways to success by collaborating with businesses of all sizes to foster a skilled workforce.