Wellbeing & Pastoral Mentor

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential? Do you have the resilience, empathy and commitment to help students overcome barriers to learning and thrive in a safe, inclusive environment? If so, we'd love to hear from you., We are seeking a Wellbeing & Pastoral Mentor (12 hours, 39 weeks, term time only) to join our dedicated Safeguarding Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting students' wellbeing, safety and academic success., As a Wellbeing & Pastoral Mentor, you will:

• Manage a caseload of students, providing tailored wellbeing and pastoral support.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that empower students to overcome personal and educational challenges.
• Work closely with the Head of Safeguarding & Student Wellbeing, curriculum teams and external partner agencies.
• Support students to improve their health, wellbeing, attendance and retention.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, inclusion and the Prevent Duty across the college.
  
  We're looking for someone who:
• Is compassionate, resilient and approachable.
• Has experience in pastoral care, mentoring, wellbeing, safeguarding or welfare support.
• Can build effective relationships with students, colleagues and external agencies.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people.
  
  Be part of a supportive and dedicated Safeguarding Team.
• Make a real difference to students' lives every day.
• Work in a rewarding role where no two days are the same.
• Access opportunities for professional development and training.
• Join an organisation committed to equality, inclusion and safeguarding
As one of the largest employers in Hereford we offer a friendly, honest and respectful working environment. We promote the safety and equality and diversity of our workforce and have a supportive approach to the development of our staff both on a personal and professional level. HLNSC is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding including the Prevent Duty and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all members of staff to share this commitment.