Student Support Mentor - Maths

Make a real difference to students' lives as a Student Support Mentor. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with learners to help them overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and achieve their full potential. Through one-to-one coaching, targeted interventions, study support and wellbeing guidance, you will play a vital role in supporting students with a range of needs, including those with learning difficulties, disabilities, and short-term challenges affecting their studies.

We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills, a genuine passion for supporting young people, and the ability to inspire students to become independent, successful learners.

• Improved attendance, engagement and retention
• Higher GCSE/Functional Skills achievement and progress
• Early intervention for learners at risk of non-achievement
• Additional capacity for the growing English and maths resit cohort
• DfE expectations around progression in English and maths

The role would complement rather than duplicate teaching, allowing specialist teachers to focus on high-quality classroom delivery while targeted support addresses individual barriers to progress.

Please see the person specification for full details –Student Support Mentor

• An appropriate Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in supporting students with learning difficulties/care, or a commitment to achieving this within an agreed timescale.
• Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English or equivalent.
• A willingness to undertake any mandatory training relevant to the role.

• Knowledge or experience of working with students who have learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Understanding or experience of planning and delivering targeted intervention sessions.
• Experience in supporting young people and adults with additional needs through a variety of mechanisms and strategies.

• Understanding of health and safety matters.
• Knowledge of risk assessment processes.
• Ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently when required.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and proactively with staff and students at all levels.

• Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership.
• Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities.
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days.
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• College benefit scheme – College Extras
• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants
• Discounted gift cards for big brands
• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted onsite car parking.

To learn more about working at Middlesbrough College, please visit ourWork For Uspage.

For further details and to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Richard Walsh, English & Maths Innovation Manager

Are you ready to make your mark?

If you’re looking to join a team that cares about their staff wellbeing, values their personal development and works with them to have a positive impact on student experience, come to Middlesbrough College!

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