At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students in maths through coaching, interventions, and wellbeing guidance.
- Company: Join Middlesbrough College, a leading education provider in the Northeast.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, free gym membership, and extensive professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for career progression and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your own skills.
- Qualifications: Level 2 qualification in supporting students or commitment to achieve it.
The predicted salary is between 14.24 - 14.24 £ per hour.
Make a real difference to students' lives as a Student Support Mentor. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with learners to help them overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and achieve their full potential. Through one-to-one coaching, targeted interventions, study support and wellbeing guidance, you will play a vital role in supporting students with a range of needs, including those with learning difficulties, disabilities, and short-term challenges affecting their studies.
We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills, a genuine passion for supporting young people, and the ability to inspire students to become independent, successful learners.
Key Responsibilities
- A dedicated Support Practitioner would provide targeted small-group intervention and in class support for learners studying maths/English and increasing capacity beyond what teaching staff can provide.
- The role would directly support:
- Improved attendance, engagement and retention
- Higher GCSE/Functional Skills achievement and progress
- Early intervention for learners at risk of non-achievement
- Additional capacity for the growing English and maths resit cohort
- DfE expectations around progression in English and maths
- The role would complement rather than duplicate teaching, allowing specialist teachers to focus on high-quality classroom delivery while targeted support addresses individual barriers to progress.
Qualifications
- An appropriate Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in supporting students with learning difficulties/care, or a commitment to achieving this within an agreed timescale.
- Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English or equivalent.
- A willingness to undertake any mandatory training relevant to the role.
Experience
- Knowledge or experience of working with students who have learning difficulties and disabilities.
- Understanding or experience of planning and delivering targeted intervention sessions.
- Experience in supporting young people and adults with additional needs through a variety of mechanisms and strategies.
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of health and safety matters.
- Knowledge of risk assessment processes.
- Ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently when required.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively and proactively with staff and students at all levels.
Why Join Us?
- Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership.
- Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
- Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities.
- Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days.
- Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
- College benefit scheme – College Extras Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants.
- Discounted gift cards for big brands.
- Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Discounted onsite car parking.
For further details and to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Richard Walsh, English & Maths Innovation Manager on R.Walsh@mbro.ac.uk.
Middlesbrough College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Middlesbrough College is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make recruitment decisions based on skills and experience.
Student Support Mentor - Maths employer: Middlesbrough College
Middlesbrough College is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With generous benefits such as 36 days of annual leave and a Local Government Pension Scheme, the college fosters a collaborative environment where staff can thrive while contributing to meaningful educational outcomes. Located in a vibrant community, this role provides the opportunity to make a significant impact on campus sustainability and operational excellence.
