Job Description

: Restorative Mentor

Contract Type: Fixed-Term (1 Year) - with extension offers

Working Hours: Full-Time (37.5 hours/week) OR Flexible Part-Time (Minimum of 16hours)

Location: Northamptonshire-Wide Areas (On-site

and

Remote)

Salary: 23,800 - 25,000 per annum (dependent on experience; pro rata for part-time)

Probation Period: 3 months

Role Summary

The Restorative Mentor plays a vital frontline role in delivering therapeutic mentoring and interventions to young people aged 11-17 who are at risk of serious youth violence, criminal exploitation, or social exclusion.

You will be responsible for delivering Upskill-U's EXODUS programme alongside tailored 1:1 support, while contributing to safeguarding, progress tracking, and multi-agency collaboration.

This is an opportunity for someone with lived or professional experience of the issues faced by vulnerable young people to make a lasting impact through mentoring, advocacy, and positive role modelling.

Key Responsibilities

1:1 Support and Mentoring

??Deliver targeted 1:1 in-person therapeutic mentoring sessions to young people aged 11-17 ??Provide virtual mentoring sessions where required, ensuring consistency and accessibility ??Supplement mentoring with regular telephone support calls to maintain engagement ??Offer practical guidance, emotional support, and positive reinforcement to help mentees achieve their goals ??Support young people in completing self-evaluations, assessments, and reflective tasks ??Set personalised goals with each mentee and regularly review their progress

Programme Delivery and Facilitation

??Deliver EXODUS 1 to 1 sessions on key issues including knife crime, mental health, trauma, relationships, and exploitation ??Develop engaging resources and session materials tailored to mentee needs ??Organise and attend community or programme-related events to build rapport and reinforce engagementAdministration and Reporting

Administration and Reporting

??Complete session debriefs and summary reports (including cancellations) within required timeframes ??Maintain accurate records of all interactions, case notes, safeguarding concerns, and progress reports ??Contribute to ongoing evaluation, data collection, and reporting processes as required ??Complete session debriefs and summary reports (including cancellations) within required timeframes

Family Support and Advocacy

??Provide additional support to mentees' families where needed, including advocacy and representation ??Occasionally attend multi-agency meetings and represent the young person/family and/or organisation professionally ??Signpost young people (and families to appropriate services (supported by Project Coordinator) and engage in follow-ups where necessary

Safeguarding and Risk Management

??Proactively identify safeguarding concerns and write timely referrals to the organisation's Designated
Safeguarding Network (DSN)

??Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment in all interactions ??Maintain confidentiality, boundaries, and professionalism in all aspects of the role

Training and Professional Development

??Attend all mandatory CPD trainings, including EXODUS programme training, contextual safeguarding, and motivational interviewing ??Take part in regular coaching, reflective practice, and clinical supervision ??Commit to continuous professional development (CPD) and reflective learning

Person Specification Essential:

??Enhanced DBS check (required prior to start) ??Full UK Driver's License (required for Northamptonshire Based roles only) ??Lived or professional experience relating to adverse childhood experiences, youth violence, criminal exploitation, criminal justice systems or social exclusion ??Experience delivering 1:1 support or mentoring to children or young people ??Confident in engaging challenging or socially excluded young people ??Strong understanding of safeguarding and risk management ??Ability to manage caseloads, keep accurate records, and work independently ??Emotionally resilient and committed to empowering young people

Desirable:

??Experience facilitating group sessions or community workshops ??Familiarity with trauma-informed practice or therapeutic approaches Knowledge around Adverse Childhood Experiences, Knife Crime, Child Criminal Exploitation, County Lines, Child Exploitation or Similar Transferable Skills or Qualifications

Benefits :

??Comprehensive training ??Clinical supervision ??Sick Pay (SSP) ??Pension Scheme ??Casual Dress (partial uniform) ??Company Events ??Multi-sector Opportunities ??Employee mentoring scheme ??Access to Restorative wellbeing support ??Discretionary expense re-imbursements ??Flexible work opportunities & styles (hybrid/remote) ??28 Days Annual Leave (including bank holidays) ??Opportunities for progression and skill development Chance to be part of a mission-driven, dynamic team making real impact Join us at an exciting time during a company-wide expansion
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 23,800.00-25,000.00 per year

Expected hours: No less than 16 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee mentoring programme Flexitime Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

London N1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have an Enhanced DBS Clearance Check? (Required prior to role)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:

75% (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Northampton NN3 8QD

Application deadline: 11/08/2025