Pastoral Mentor

Reed Further Education are working with a college in Cambridge, who are looking for someone to join their dynamic team as a pastoral mentor and play a pivotal role in shaping the futures of young people aged 14–24+. This position is based within their esteemed construction department, where they will act as a mentor, motivator, and guide, particularly for students with higher needs or those at risk of disengagement.

The position is term time only working 38 weeks during the academic year.

Job Title: Pastoral Mentor (Personal Development Coach)

Position: Mon to Fri, 37 hours, term-time only

Role type: Permanent

Location: Cambridge, CB4

Salary: £25,398 - £27,072 per annum actual.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Deliver engaging T-Mail tutorials, 1:1 progress reviews, and Century learning sessions to enhance students' confidence in maths and English.
• Support students with EHCPs, Exam Access Arrangements, and those at risk of non-completion.
• Develop and implement a real-world Personal Development curriculum that prepares students for practical challenges.
• Promote the use of assistive technology to foster independence and inclusion.
• Lead and enhance college enrichment activities that focus on building life skills and wellbeing.
• Serve as a mentor or buddy to new team members and contribute to ongoing departmental development.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience working with young people in an educational, youth work, or pastoral support setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, EHCPs, and student support services.
• Excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting student success.
• Confidence in using digital tools and an interest in assistive technology.
• A flexible, team-oriented mindset with a proactive, student-first approach.
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths (minimum).

Desirable:

• Level 3 Award in Education and Training, or willingness to work towards it.
• Understanding of the construction industry and related career pathways is beneficial.

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days plus bank holidays
• Excellent pension scheme
• Free gym membership and discounted fitness classes
• BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
• Free on-site parking
• Opportunities for professional development and training