Job Description

Role Summary

Bridging The Way are seeking a dedicated Attendance & Engagement Mentor to join our team in the Bradford District. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in facilitating strong connections between schools, families, and various external agencies such as West Yorkshire Police, NHS, and Social Services. This position requires a proactive individual who can positively engage with families and learners, manage challenging behaviours, and maintain accurate student and family records. A significant part of the role involves working closely with Roma communities from Eastern Europe, including those from Czech, Slovak, Hungarian, and other backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

Stakeholder Collaboration

Establish and maintain effective links with schools, families, and external agencies.

Family Liaison

Serve as the primary point of contact between families and stakeholders.

Engagement

Deliver training programs to engage families and learners, particularly within Roma communities.

Record Keeping

Assist in the collection and upkeep of documentation for student and family records.

Home Visits

Conduct home visits and welfare checks to ensure student well-being.

Attendance Monitoring

Track and follow up on student absences promptly.

Meetings

Participate in team and staff meetings, as well as case study meetings.

Professional Development

Engage in staff development activities to enhance skills and effectiveness.

Policy Compliance

Adhere to business policies and procedures.

General Duties

Safeguarding

Uphold safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Ethics and Integrity

Maintain high standards of ethics and professional conduct.

Restorative Practices

Promote and manage restorative practice approaches to strengthen relationships.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements.

Business Promotion

Represent and promote a positive image of the business.

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties as required.

Candidate Profile

Communicate Roma, or any other Eastern European language

Training

Willingness to undertake training in supporting disengaged or disadvantaged students.

Skills

Ability to manage challenging behaviour, prioritise tasks, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Commitments

Dedication to supporting and promoting equality and diversity, and a strong commitment to child protection and creating a safe learning environment.

Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of young Roma people and their families in the Bradford District. All training will be provided, apply now to become an Attendance & Engagement Mentor at Bridging The Way.

If you are interested in the vacancy or would like to have a informal chat please get in touch - info@bridgingtheway.co.uk

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Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship, Freelance, Zero hours contract

Pay: 14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/07/2025
Reference ID: AEM0109001
Expected start date: 01/09/2025