Job Description

Location:

Various locations including in-school and community settings

Job Type:

Part Time - 30 hours a week - 44.6 week contract

Pay:

Please note start pay in FTE per annum based on 40 hours 52 weeks a year.

About Illuminate AP:

Illuminate AP is an innovative educational provider specialising in alternative provision for students aged 8-16 who thrive outside traditional educational frameworks. Our BRIGHT Programme is designed to support students through key transitions, fostering resilience, emotional intelligence, and independence through personalised outreach support.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Outreach Mentor to join our BRIGHT Programme team. This role involves working both on-site and off-site, providing tailored support to students in various educational settings and community environments. The Outreach Mentor will help students navigate their educational and personal challenges, facilitating a supportive pathway towards successful transitions. You will be required to have business car insurance and will be expected to travel within this role.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver one-to-one and group mentoring sessions tailored to individual student needs, focusing on emotional regulation, social skills, and academic support. Collaborate with school staff, parents, and other stakeholders to create and implement individual support plans for students. Maintain regular communication with the programme coordinator and other team members to track student progress and adjust interventions as necessary. Provide feedback and insights into the effectiveness of the BRIGHT Programme, contributing to continuous improvement efforts. Facilitate workshops and activities that promote skill development and resilience in line with the BRIGHT Programme's objectives. Manage documentation and reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with program standards and student confidentiality. Travel between various educational settings and community locations to deliver support and interventions.

Qualifications:

Experience in mentoring, youth work, or teaching, particularly with students who have special educational needs or behavioural challenges. Experience of Safeguarding children and young people. Strong understanding of the educational landscape and the challenges faced by students outside mainstream education. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, educators, and parents. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organisational and time-management skills. A passion for educational equity and a commitment to the core values of inclusivity, empathy, and resilience. Current DBS with barred list, registered on the Update Service. Full Driving License

What We Offer:

A dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within Illuminate AP. Competitive salary and benefits package.
Please complete the online application form

https://form.jotform.com/IlluminateAP/employment-application-form

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From 25,397.00 per year

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) DBS (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person