Details:
- Salary: £360 - 460 - Week
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Week
- Location: Brighton
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Child Mentor – Brighton & Hove | Full-Time | Temp-to-Perm
Teaching Personnel are working closely with a supportive and inclusive school in the Brighton & Hove area that is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Child Mentor to join their team. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
As a Child Mentor, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils who require additional guidance both academically and emotionally. You will work closely with students on a 1:1 basis and within small groups, helping them develop confidence, resilience, and positive behaviours that enable them to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
The Role:
Provide tailored mentoring support to pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
Act as a positive role model, building strong and trusting relationships with students
Support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs
Encourage positive engagement in learning and school life
Help students develop self-confidence, independence, and emotional regulation skills
Work collaboratively with teachers and pastoral staff to support pupil progress
The Ideal Candidate:
Has experience working with children or young people in an educational, mentoring, coaching, or support setting
Is a strong role model who can inspire and motivate young people
Demonstrates patience, resilience, and excellent communication skills
Has experience supporting pupils with additional needs, including ASC, ADHD, SEMH, or behavioural challenges
Is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people
Position Details:
Location: Brighton & Hove
Travel: Accessible by bus and car
Pay: £360 – £460 per week
Contract: Temp-to-Perm
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
✅ DBS: Enhanced Child Workforce DBS required
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to have a meaningful impact on the lives of young people while gaining valuable experience within an educational setting.
If you are a confident, caring, and proactive individual who can be a positive influence and role model for pupils, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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