Job Description

Mentor - Alternative Provision Centre (Stafford)

Location:

Stafford

Hours:

Full-time (37.5 hours per week, term-time only)

Salary:

24,000 - 26, 000 FTE per annum (dependent on experience)

Organisation:

Dragon Group

About Dragon Group

At

Dragon Group

, we provide bespoke education and mentoring programmes for young people who need an alternative to mainstream schooling. Our Stafford centre offers a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where young people can re-engage with learning, build confidence, and work towards personal, social, and academic goals.

We believe that every young person deserves to thrive, and our mentors play a vital role in helping that happen.

Job Purpose

To deliver high-quality, person-centred mentoring sessions to young people with

Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH)

needs and/or

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

.

You will support them to achieve educational and developmental outcomes through 1:1 and small-group sessions at our Stafford centre.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver structured mentoring sessions aligned with each young person's Individual Learning Plan (ILP). Promote engagement, attendance, and participation in all aspects of learning and development. Support young people to develop resilience, self-regulation, and positive behaviour strategies. Build trusting relationships with young people, parents/carers, and professionals. Maintain accurate records of sessions and progress. Work collaboratively with the wider team to review progress every half term. Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns in line with company policy. Contribute to the overall positive culture and ethos of the Stafford centre.

Person Specification

Essential:

Experience working with young people (preferably those with SEMH or SEND needs). Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and engage. Empathetic, patient, and consistent approach. Ability to maintain professional boundaries. Basic IT literacy (for reporting and planning). A genuine passion for improving the lives of young people.

Desirable:

Relevant qualification in youth work, children and young people, family support, education, mentoring, or a related field. Experience within an alternative provision, residential children's homes, school, pupil referral unit (PRU), or childrens support setting. Full UK driving licence and access to transport.

What We Offer

Supportive and inclusive team environment. Regular supervision and ongoing professional development. Opportunities for progression within Dragon Group. The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people every day.
If you're passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,000.00-26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Referral programme Work from home
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:

Mentoring: 1 year (preferred) Alternative Education: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Location:

Stafford (preferred)
Work Location: In person