We are looking to recruit an experienced, enthusiastic, and proactive Pastoral Mentor to join our Pastoral team on a term-time only basis working 39 weeks per year.
This role plays a key part in supporting our students to achieve their full potential. We require a driven individual with the coaching ability to mentor and support 16 to 18-year-old students to achieve and develop academically and emotionally. You will act as a trusted point of contact, helping learners build the confidence and resilience they need to improve their attendance, retention, and behaviour. If you are passionate about helping young people overcome personal and educational challenges to ensure excellence in their learner journey, we want to hear from you!
As a Pastoral Mentor, you will work closely with learners, curriculum teams, and support services to ensure our students receive the right support at the right time. Your key duties will include:
- Individualised Student Support: Provide tailored pastoral mentoring to individual students and small groups across all curriculum areas, setting clear actions and tracking progress via RAG ratings.
- Collaboration with Teams: Work closely with our Programme Achievement Managers to support ‘at risk’ learners in a range of learning settings.
- Attendance & Engagement Monitoring: Effectively use college MIS systems to identify poor attendance, offering proactive advice and motivating students to take responsibility for their own attendance, including English and maths lessons.
- Academic & Emotional Coaching: Encourage and motivate learners to succeed, helping them develop accountability and resilience.
- Thorough Record Keeping: Complete student/mentor contracts using assessment tools and maintain comprehensive data records of student meetings and outcomes.
- Safeguarding & Welfare: Identify individual learner needs early, promoting positive behaviour and respect, and making formal referrals to safeguarding or specialist services when appropriate.
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Hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject
- Hold a mentor Qualification or be prepared to train for one
- Hold a minimum Level 2 qualification in Maths and English
- Experience of mentoring young learners
- Experience of supporting learners in an educational environment (desirable)
- Experience of working within a team
- Experience of working to pressure and tight deadlines
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Top-Tier Salaries – We offer
sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around
Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy
35-50 days of annual leave, plus
8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential
Fast-Track Your Career – Take advantage of
dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed
Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute
- ️ Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more
Fitness Perks – Enjoy our
college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best
Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with
23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and
21.5% for non-teaching roles
Retail & Travel Discounts – Unlock
exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount
Free Will Writing – We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning
Free Flu Vaccine – Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you
Wellbeing Support – Access
confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health
We Celebrate You! – We recognise and appreciate your hard work with
awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.
Sandwell Family of Colleges is a group of educational institutions located in the West Midlands region of England, offering a diverse range of courses and programs to cater to various interests and career aspirations. The family comprises of Sandwell College, Cadbury Sixth Form College, Central St Michael, Professional Academy, Central St Michaels Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Centre. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced teaching staff, and a commitment to student success, the Sandwell Family of Colleges provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment, enabling individuals to pursue their educational and career goals effectively.
Sandwell Family of Colleges is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We have robust policies and procedures in place to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for all our students and staff. At Sandwell Family of Colleges, we believe that creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment is essential for enabling our students to thrive academically and personally. We are unwavering in our commitment to safeguarding and will continue to uphold the highest standards to protect the most vulnerable members of our community.
Please note that as part of our onboarding process, you will be required to either undergo an Enhanced DBS check or provide your existing Enhanced DBS certificate if you are registered with the Update Service.
We expect all applicants to be fully transparent about any information that may be disclosed as part of this check so that we can discuss it at the earliest opportunity. For more information on what may show on your Enhanced DBS check please visit: https://vetting.com/blog/what-shows-and-doesnt-on-a-dbs-check/
We reserve the right to close this job vacancy before the advertised application deadline.
