Progress Mentor

Progress Mentor

Progress Mentor Salary: Points 12-14 (£29,544 p.a. to £31,324 p.a.) on the SFCA Support Staff Pay Scale. For part time / term time working this equates to £23,460 p.a. to £24,873 p.a. 33.75 hours per week (8:45am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday), term time only.

As a Progress Mentor, you will lead tutorial groups within a designated faculty area, deliver impactful 1:1 progress tutorials, and work closely with teaching staff, support teams, Faculty Heads, and Senior Leaders. You will play a key part in fostering student success by building self-esteem, developing effective study skills, and encouraging goal‑setting and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engaging and meaningful group tutorials within a faculty area.
• Conduct one‑to‑one progress tutorials to monitor, support, and guide students.
• Use motivational coaching techniques to challenge and inspire students to reach their full academic potential.
• Track and monitor student performance, providing timely and appropriate support.
• Collaborate with staff and parents/carers to ensure every student is on track for success.
• Promote progression pathways to higher education, apprenticeships, and employment.

What We’re Looking For

• A passionate individual with experience of mentoring or coaching young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and challenge students to achieve their best.
• Experience of working in an educational setting is desirable, but not essential.
• A flexible, proactive, and student‑centered approach.

Team & Environment

You will be part of a supportive team consisting of 4 Progress Mentors and a Lead Progress Mentor. Together you will drive student achievement and contribute to a vibrant, inclusive college community.

Application Process

To apply, complete an application form available for download from the College website or request it via email from personnel@wilberforce.ac.uk. CVs will not be accepted unless accompanied by a completed application form. The closing date for receipt of applications is 9:00am on Thursday 11 June 2026. Interviews will be held on Monday 15 June 2026.

Other Details

Wilberforce Sixth Form College has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.