Mentor - Leeds, United Kingdom - Digby Morgan

Digby Morgan

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Leeds, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

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- _ leeds, yorkshire and the humber_
- _ £ £30.00 per hour_
- _ temporary_- specialism
- education- sub specialism
- education support- reference number

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As a Mentor for Primary and Secondary Age Pupils, your primary purpose is to provide guidance, support, and inspiration to students during their crucial formative years.

This role is pivotal in fostering positive academic, social, and emotional development, contributing significantly to the overall well-being and success of the students.

Main duties and responsibilities

Academic Guidance:

Assist students in setting realistic academic goals and help them develop effective study habits.

Social and Emotional Support:

Create a safe and nurturing environment for students to express themselves.
Address and help resolve social and emotional challenges that students may face, such as peer relationships, selfesteem, and stress management.

Goal Setting and Planning:

Collaborate with students to establish shortterm and longterm personal and academic goals.
Guide them in creating actionable plans to achieve their goals, promoting a sense of responsibility and selfmotivation.

Communication and Relationship Building:

Establish open and effective communication channels with students, parents, and teachers to ensure a holistic understanding of each student's needs.
Build positive and trusting relationships with mentees, creating an environment where they feel comfortable seeking guidance.

Role Modeling and Inspiration:

Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating qualities such as resilience, integrity, and a passion for continuous learning.
Inspire and motivate students to explore their interests, discover their strengths, and pursue their aspirations.

Monitoring Progress and Evaluation:

Regularly assess mentees' progress in both academic and personal development.
Provide constructive feedback, celebrating achievements and identifying areas for improvement, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Collaboration with School Staff:

Work closely with teachers, counsellors, and other school staff to address students' individual needs and contribute to a supportive learning environment.

Criteria

Experience/Knowledge

Proven experience working in education or training within the UK.
Current Knowledge of the National Curriculum

Skills:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to build rapport quickly.
Strong organisation skills.
Empathy and understanding of the challenges faced by students in their primary and secondary education years
Patience and the ability to adapt mentoring strategies to meet the diverse needs of students.

Attributes

An understanding and sharing the feelings of the pupils and being sensitive to their unique challenges and experiences.
The ability to pay full attention to what pupils are expressing and demonstrating genuine interest and validating their concerns.
Able to Recognise that each pupil has their own pace of learning and development and to remain calm and composed in challenging situations.
Ability to clearly convey ideas and information and adjust communication style to suit the age and needs of the pupils.
Flexibility in approach to accommodate the diverse needs of pupils and adjusting mentoring strategies based on individual learning styles.
Ability to Build and maintain trust through consistency and reliability, being confidential and respectful of pupils' privacy, but understand the lines of safeguarding
Ability to Assist pupils in navigating challenges and finding solutions and encouraging critical thinking and resilience in the face of setbacks.
Managing time effectively to provide consistent and reliable support, keeping track of pupils' progress and goals.
Ability to be beware of and respectful towards diverse cultural backgrounds, ensuring inclusivity and understanding the impact of cultural factors on pupils....

As a Mentor for Primary and Secondary Age Pupils, your primary purpose is to provide guidance, support, and inspiration to students during their crucial formative years.

This role is pivotal in fostering positive academic, social, and emotional development, contributing significantly to the overall well-being and success of the students.

Main duties and responsibilities

Academic Guidance:

Assist students in setting realistic academic goals and help them develop effective study habits.

Social and Emotional Support:

Create a safe and nurturing environment for students to express themselves.
Address and help resolve social and emotional challenges that students may face, such as peer relationships, selfesteem, and stress management.

Goal Setting and Planning:

Collaborate with students to establish shortterm and longterm personal and academic goals.
Guide them in creating actionable plans to achieve their goals, promoting a sense of responsibility and selfmotivati