At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' emotional and social wellbeing through 1:1 sessions and workshops.
- Company: Join a friendly college in beautiful North Yorkshire with excellent facilities.
- Benefits: Great CPD opportunities, supportive environment, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic setting with a commitment to safeguarding and student success.
- Why this job: Empower young people to overcome barriers and thrive in their education.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Learning support or Counselling preferred; Level 2 in English and Maths required.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 28600 £ per year.
We are currently seeking a Student Welfare Mentor to provide social and emotional support to students to help them to overcome barriers to their learning. You will play a crucial role in the delivery of the College's wellbeing framework, providing personalised guidance, and supporting the emotional, social, and academic success of students. This includes facilitating 1:1 sessions and group workshops, with a focus on removing barriers to learning, fostering resilience, and promoting mental health and wellbeing. You will provide a safe and welcoming environment to students where they can access pastoral support and guidance.
- Relevant Level 3 qualification (Learning support, Counselling) or willing to work towards
- Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Maths
- Commitment to undertaking relevant safeguarding and wellbeing training
- Experience of working with young people
- Experience of working in a student‑centred environment
- Experience of working with multiple agencies and professionals to support positive outcomes
- An understanding of the issues facing young people and the barriers to education
- Good understanding of safeguarding in an education setting
- Experience of maintaining accurate, confidential records and managing sensitive information
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly college based in North Yorkshire with fantastic facilities, excellent CPD opportunities and a great working and learning environment. Craven College is an aspirational College set in friendly and inclusive rural campuses in Skipton within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, at The Aviation Academy based airside at Leeds Bradford Airport and at Evolve in the heart of Ripon. Craven College offers full-time courses for 16-18-year-olds, apprenticeships, courses for young people with special educational needs, part-time courses and degree level courses with a mission statement of 'enriching lives through learning'.
Student Welfare Mentor - Aviation Academy in Yeadon employer: Craven College
Craven College is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in the picturesque setting of North Yorkshire. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from excellent CPD opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities, including a new Animal Management Centre and equestrian facilities. Joining our team means being part of a college that values enriching lives through learning and fosters growth for both staff and students alike.
