Learning Mentor Role Description
Commitment
We would like all our learning mentors to be able to work with the young person for at least one hour each week (excluding travel time) for a period of at least 6 months. Mentoring takes place between 4pm and 8pm.
Role Description
- To work with a young person in order to provide support with homework and study skills, and improving their opportunities for accessing learning;
- To enhance the young person’s confidence and self-esteem, and to encourage high (but realistic) expectations and aspirations;
- To work sensitively and appropriately with the young person, being aware of cultural difference, personal boundaries and the power dynamics at work in all mentoring relationships;
- If the young person is preparing for GCSEs, to provide subject-specific support and assistance with revision and preparation for exams;
- To promote the young person’s understanding and use of English (if needed);
- To undertake induction required for this role
- After initial introductions, to take responsibility for arranging weekly sessions directly with the project worker, and letting them know if you are unwell or unable to attend;
- To report any concerns which might arise straight away to the project worker;
- To be committed to our project’s policies on Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety and Confidentiality (copies provided at induction), and to promote Equal Opportunities whenever possible.
Person Specification
Essential
- Good rapport with children and young people;
- A desire to stretch the expectations and achievements of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds;
- Familiarity with study skills/problem solving approaches to working
- Reliability and commitment;
- A friendly, helpful, anti-discriminatory and enthusiastic approach.
Desirable
- Subject-specific knowledge in one or a number of examination subjects at GCSE and/or A level (only required if working with young person preparing for GCSEs);
- Previous experience of working with children or young people;
- Knowledge of issues affecting young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly around barriers to education;
- Knowledge of UK education system;
For more information, or to register your interest in the role, please contact Alice at a.jones@rathbonesociety.org.uk