Youth Mentor - Doncaster

Youth Engagement MentorLocation: Doncaster and Surrounding AreasPay Rate: 25.00 - 30.00 per hourContract: Flexible / Student-CentredThe Mission: Building a Bridge to the FutureMany young people today feel forgotten by the traditional education system. As a Youth Engagement Mentor, you aren''t just a tutor; you are a lifeline. You will work one-on-one with students who are persistently absent or excluded from school, including those with SEND, SEMH challenges, or complex barriers to learning.Your mission is to build a "re-engagement bridge," guiding students from total isolation back into a stable learning environment, college, or vocational pathway.The Role: Impact Beyond the ClassroomYour daily "to-do" list is rarely linear. You will focus on three pillars: Stability, Skill-building, and Advocacy.Relationship Building and Wellbeing: Meet the young person where they are-sometimes literally at their front door-to build trust. You will deliver 1:1 sessions focused on confidence, emotional regulation, and self-esteem, providing a calm, trauma-informed presence during moments of crisis.Educational and Vocational Re-ignition: Deliver low-pressure, interest-based activities to reignite the habit of learning. You will physically accompany students to interviews or placements to reduce anxiety and teach vital life skills like budgeting and navigating public transport.Collaboration and Advocacy: Act as the "voice of the child" in multi-agency meetings with Social Care and CAMHS. You ..... full job details .....