Transitions Mentor

City Skills, part of Salford City College’s vision is to be a beacon of educational excellence transforming the lives of the individuals and communities we serve

Transitions Mentor

Reference Number: SCC181941  

Salary: £19,773 - £22,490 per annum   

with incremental progression available throughout the band   

Advert Closing Date: Midnight Tuesday 27th November 2018  

Interview Date: w/c 3rd December 2018  

Location: City Skills Centre   

Contract Type: Fixed Term 31st July 2020  

Hours per Week: 37

You will be working to support the transition of learners from the City West Alternative Provision Programme in their next steps. You will be working with our friendly staff at our City Skills site and closely with the learners to identify and remove barriers that can impact on successful progression.  You will also work with education providers and local college departments to provide opportunities and real pathways for the young people to engage with. You will have excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage, inspire and motivate learners.  You will have experience in working with young people, be familiar with safeguarding frameworks and ideally experience of working in a mentoring capacity and as an advocate of young people.

About Us  

To apply for this job, please complete the registration and online application form via our website.   

For more information please visit our website and twitter or if you have any queries regarding this vacancy please email HR@salfordcc.ac.uk    

Reasons to Join Us 

• A range of developmental & career opportunities

• A number of optional Salary Sacrifice Schemes including IT Equipment, Childcare Vouchers & Bikes 

• Staff Discounts – including www.staffbenefits.co.uk and NUS Extra

• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships & confidential staff counselling via CareFirst 

• Family Friendly & Flexible Working Policies 

Commitment to Safeguarding 

As part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees. Appointees will be required to pay for their own DBS checks where applicable to the post.