Progress Mentor
Birkenhead Sixth Form College
Wirral
- Expired
- Salary:
- Sixth Form Colleges National Pay Spine Point 11-14 - £26,097 - £28,549 (FTE) pro rata to £22,313 - £24,409
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 12 March 2025
Job overview
This is an important role supporting a cohort of the most vulnerable students in the College, those who have a social worker, are registered young carers are living independently and have challenging personal circumstances. Consequently, this role will involve you dealing with social care teams and other external agencies. We are looking to appoint someone pro-active who will use this role to champion and support these vulnerable students by ensuring that all barriers to participation are removed. The role requires you drive high attendance and a positive and aspirational attitude to learning. This role is ideal for anyone who has the desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our most disadvantaged young people by ensuring that each has a comprehensive and individualised package of wrap-round support. The role complements the work undertaken by other cross-college support teams, particularly the Tutor team and the Learning Support team.
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About Birkenhead Sixth Form College
- Birkenhead Sixth Form College
- Park Road West, Claughton, Wirral
- Merseyside
- CH43 8SQ
- United Kingdom
Teach at One of the Top 3 Sixth Form Colleges in the Country
Birkenhead Sixth Form College is proud to be recognised as one of the top three sixth form colleges in the country, consistently leading the way in academic progress and student success. We sit firmly at the top of local performance tables, offering a dynamic and rewarding environment for both students and staff.
Specialising exclusively in 16–19 education, our College is shaped by a clear purpose and a strong set of values: positivity, ambition, resilience, and thoughtfulness. We know that every student can succeed. No matter their starting point or the school they come to us from, our unwavering belief in the science behind learning tells us that everyone can achieve great things when purposeful hard work and expert teaching are combined. This belief drives everything we do — from the design of our curriculum to the way we support and stretch every learner to reach their full potential.
Why Teach at Birkenhead Sixth Form College?
- Teach without distraction – no form groups, no daily behaviour battles, no unnecessary admin: just high-quality subject teaching.
- You're trusted to teach – we value subject expertise and give you the autonomy to deliver it.
- High standards, high support – we're ambitious for our students and staff; you'll be challenged and supported in equal measure.
- Modern, specialist facilities – everything from IT to classrooms is designed to make teaching effective and enjoyable.
Whether you're starting your teaching career or looking for your next challenge, Birkenhead Sixth Form College offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact — in a setting where excellence is the norm and ambition is encouraged.
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