Job Description

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Do you have a passion for working with children and young people from the ages of 8 upwards, to help them to create their future, develop their life and build their social skills? At Geeks Room, we are looking for people who are dedicated to helping individuals learn, socialise and feel included within our community.

As a mentor, you will assist management in creating and developing session plans for group sessions and bespoke courses for 1 to 1s. You will also be responsible for ensuring resources are prepared ahead of time and that content delivery is monitored throughout the week, and adapted when needed. Engagement and enjoyment is our priority, so it is key that our sessions are exciting and interactive!

For a Mentor at Geeks Room CiC, we are looking for:

The creativeness to develop and deliver sessions in our core subjects, including coding/programming, technical, digital design/creativity, and more for a wide range of skill sets. The confidence to lead and support coaching/mentoring with small groups of students and 1:1s, in life skills, social skills and our core skills. The ability to understand and adapt to the scope of an individual learner's specific requirements. The desire to promote positive behavioural changes in students, who experience social, emotional and mental health difficulties, and facilitate their inclusion within our sessions. Awareness of Safeguarding policies and procedures. Previous experience in working with people with vulnerabilities, including but not limited to special educational needs and/or Social, Emotional and Mental Health. Someone wishing to work in a non-traditional education setting.

At Geeks Room CiC, in general, what we are looking for members of our team to be:

Enthusiastic, adaptable, and caring people. People with ingenuity, patience and wit. Experience within our core subjects is desired but not essential - if you are willing to learn on the job! Willing to learn with the students, be taught by the students and to include all students. Dedicated to the education of individuals with special needs. People who strive to create an inclusive environment and community. The ability to work co-operatively in collaboration with colleagues to ensure effective systems are in place to benefit the students.
Please note: our term-time opening hours are

Tuesday-Friday, 10am-6pm

and

Saturdays,12pm-7pm.

We accept all abilities and capabilities, even within our team, therefore we welcome NEET and SEND/SEMH applications.

Who we are:

We are a not-for-profit Community Interest Company in Leeds, working with and for individuals between the ages of 8-25 years, we cater for all abilities and capabilities.

Our main focus is on creating an inclusive environment for all, including individuals with SEND/SEMH, delivering specific programmes and activities to target people with a range of abilities. We provide regular workshops, one to one training and practical experience. We strive to inspire our students to learn through our Geeks Experience, using coding/programming, technical repairs/diagnostics and design/creativity with our 'Game Education' approach.

We also offer courses that work towards awards and accreditation for our young adults and young people who wish to push themselves further, and provide work experience opportunities to support individuals to move into employment and education.

What we will offer you:

The opportunity to work with children and young adults that struggle in mainstream educational settings, and help them build their potential The chance to learn new practical technical/creative skills The opportunity to work with a friendly team We will provide you with the necessary training and support to carry out this role

Benefits:

Casual dress Suite of staff benefits, including pension scheme Continued CPD and Staff Training On-site parking
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: MENTOR