Student Support Mentor

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH-SSM-0107_1782888180
Closing date July 31, 2026
Location Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Student Support Mentor

  • Middlesbrough
  • Mixed secondary (11-16)
  • Start: September
  • Full-Time, £95-£115 per day
  • Veritas Education are working with a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Middlesbrough who are seeking a Student Support Mentor to join their team from September. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to continue for the right candidate.

    This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people, particularly those who may need additional guidance with behaviour, engagement or emotional wellbeing.

    The Role:

  • Supporting students across KS3-KS4 on a 1:1 and small group basis
  • Building strong, positive relationships to improve engagement and attendance
  • Assisting pupils who may face social, emotional or behavioural challenges
  • Working closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support student progress
  • Promoting a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment
  • The Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience working with young people (school, youth work, support work, coaching or care background)
  • Strong behaviour management and communication skills
  • Calm, patient and resilient approach
  • Genuine interest in supporting student wellbeing and development
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one - we can support with this)
  • What We Offer:

  • Competitive daily rate of £95-£115
  • Long-term opportunity in a supportive school environment
  • Access to further CPD courses
  • Opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience
  • Please apply today or contact Ed Hyland at ehyland@veritas-education.com

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview
  • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'