The Altering Group partners with schools across the United Kingdom to deliver mentoring and wellbeing programmes that empower young people to reach their full potential.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Youth Mentor to support and guide young individuals in their personal and educational development. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and a strong commitment to fostering positive relationships. As a Youth Mentor, you will play a crucial role in helping young people navigate challenges, set goals, and achieve their potential.
The Role
As a Freelance School Mentor, you will work directly with students in a school in Yeovil, Somerset on a one-to-one basis, delivering tailored mentoring sessions designed to offering guidance and support in various aspects of their lives, including behavioural/academic challenges.
You’ll collaborate closely with school staff and The Altering Group’s Mentoring Service Manager to ensure support is targeted, effective, and consistent with the school’s pastoral priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver 1:1 mentoring sessions to students referred by the school on the school premises and in the community
- Build trusting, professional relationships that promote emotional growth and self awareness
- Support students in setting and achieving personal and educational goals
- Liaise with pastoral leads and other staff to ensure consistent communication and joined-up support
- Maintain accurate records of sessions and progress for reporting purposes
- Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries at all times
About You
- You are self-employed and confident managing your own caseload, schedule, and professional boundaries
- You have experience supporting young people — ideally within schools, youth work, counselling, or community settings
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine interest in mentoring youth from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team while also being self-motivated
- You have strong communication and record-keeping skills
- You hold (or are willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS check
- A relevant qualification in mentoring, counselling, education, or youth work
What We Offer
- Flexible freelance working arrangements — you choose your availability within the school timetable
- Hourly rate of £24.50
- Ongoing guidance and support from The Altering Group’s mentoring management team
- Opportunity to make a measurable difference in the lives of young people in Somerset schools
- Inclusion in a professional, values-driven network committed to high quality, culturally competent support
- Work travel Reimbursed
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re interested in joining our mentoring network. Successful applicants will be invited to an interview and onboarding session.
The Altering Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all mentors to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check.
Job Types: Freelance, Zero hours contract
Pay: £24.50 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you hold any youth work qualifications?
- Do you have updated safeguarding training?
- Do you have updated public liability insurance?
- Do you have an updated DBS?
Experience:
- youth work in schools: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
