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Achievement Mentor
Digital & Creative Industries
Hourly Rate: £15.05 to £16.91 per hour

Contract Type: Variable hours | Approximately 9 hours per week

Reference: REC2037 | Closing date: Tuesday, 4th February 2025

Variable Hours

This role is offered on a Variable Hours contract for services, giving you the flexibility to choose whether to accept work offered to you. We’ll provide an approximate number of hours you may asked to work, however there is no obligation for work to be offered, and there’s no obligation for you to accept the work offered.

The opportunity

As our Achievement Mentor in the Digital and Creative Industries Department, you will play a vital role in supporting our students to achieve their best in GCSE maths. Working closely with teaching staff, you will mentor small groups of up to six students, helping them make progress in their vocational and/or academic qualifications. Your focus will be on using diagnostic tools, innovative learning strategies, and targeted interventions to guide our students towards success.

You’ll lead small group sessions designed to enhance students' skills in maths while fostering their broader abilities to succeed as learners. By delivering high-quality, tailored support, you’ll also ensure our students stay on track and meet their goals. Collaboration with curriculum teams will be essential as you develop informed strategies and resources to provide impactful interventions.

You will also inspire and motivate our learners through engaging and effective teaching methods, using both traditional and online tools. Accurate record-keeping is also a key part of the role, as you’ll need to maintain timely registers, monitor student progress, and report on attendance and interventions.

By building strong, supportive relationships with our learners, you will help them overcome challenges and realise their full potential. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students’ academic journeys and contribute to their future success.

About you

We are looking for an Achievement Mentor who is passionate about student success and skilled at helping learners overcome challenges and achieve their potential. Your role will focus on supporting students in GCSE maths, enabling them to build confidence and improve their skills through tailored interventions.

To succeed in this role, you will need strong subject knowledge and expertise in mentoring small groups of students. You should be adept at using diagnostic tools to identify areas for improvement and delivering targeted support that meets individual needs. Your ability to communicate effectively and engage learners, both in person and online, will be essential.

You will also bring strong organisational skills, maintaining accurate records of attendance and progress to ensure students stay on track. Collaboration will be key, as you will work closely with teaching staff to align your mentoring with curriculum objectives. A positive and motivational approach is vital, helping students stay focused and achieve their goals.

Your background should include qualifications or experience in maths or a related field, as well as prior experience in teaching or mentoring. Familiarity with digital tools and online learning platforms is also important. If you’re ready to contribute to the success of learners in the Digital and Creative Industries, this flexible role offers a great opportunity to make a difference.

Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.

Required

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 qualification)
• Experience supporting student success
• Experience in educational settings
• Experience with diverse learners
• Experience working with 16+ learners in education

Reasons to join us

• We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress
• 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
• Free breakfast provided daily for all staff members
• Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff

The Barnsley College Advantage

When you join us, you can expect to benefit from “The Barnsley College Advantage”. This is the advantage of:

• Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
• A range of flexible working opportunities
• Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
• Short- and Long-Term development commitments
• Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
• Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
• Reward and Recognition
• Having your voice heard at every level
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support

Closing date for applications Tuesday, 4th February 2025 - We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

Pay: £15.05-£16.91 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: REC2037