Personal Progress Mentor
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 21 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £27,350 i £31,590 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 07 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Barnsley College |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | REC2320 |
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Personal Progress Mentor – Barnsley College
Sixth Form
Salary: £27,350 to £31,590 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent | Full time - 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2320 | Closing date: Sunday 7 December 2025
The opportunity
We are looking for a dedicated Personal Progress Mentor to support post-16 learners on their academic and personal journeys to success. This vital role within our Sixth Form offers the opportunity to shape the student experience positively.
You’ll take responsibility for a caseload of students, delivering group tutorials, one-to-one sessions, and wellbeing support. From helping students transition smoothly into college life to providing strategies for study skills and confidence building, your work will make a real difference.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a purpose-built Sixth Form with outstanding facilities and exceptional student behaviour. Join our dedicated team to provide the highest quality of support and provision.
With high aspirations for all our learners, we encourage and support their progression to Higher Education, with over 30% students heading to Russell Group universities and some pursuing Oxbridge. Your guidance will be essential in navigating the UCAS application process and supporting those interested in degree apprenticeships or employment by liaising with employers for work placements.
If you are passionate about supporting learners both personally and academically and excel in communication, we would love to hear from you!
Reasons to join us
• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Teachers Pension Scheme
• 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 as part of YouatWork
• Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• 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
• 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
About you
You’ll be an enthusiastic and proactive individual with experience in an educational setting and a genuine commitment to supporting young people. Your ability to deliver engaging tutorials and wellbeing sessions, combined with strong administrative and communication skills, will ensure students receive the best possible support.
If you are looking to join a team that prioritises staff wellbeing and values personal development while making a positive impact on students, Barnsley College is the right fit for you. In this role, you will provide both pastoral and academic support through tutorials, study sessions, and one-on-one assistance, helping students with their next steps, including UCAS and job applications, while enhancing their organisational, time management, and study skills. You will also address attendance issues and support learners who are not meeting their target grades.
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
• Teaching qualification (must be willing to work towards Level 6 PGCE if not already held)
• Experience of teaching/delivering tutorials/undertaking pastoral care in an education environment
Preferred
• Degree in relevant Sixth Form College subject
• Coaching or Mentoring qualification
• Ability to use IT to support delivery and maintain learner records
Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application. Closing date for applications is Sunday 7 December 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.
Sixth Form
Salary: £27,350 to £31,590 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent | Full time - 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2320 | Closing date: Sunday 7 December 2025
The opportunity
We are looking for a dedicated Personal Progress Mentor to support post-16 learners on their academic and personal journeys to success. This vital role within our Sixth Form offers the opportunity to shape the student experience positively.
You’ll take responsibility for a caseload of students, delivering group tutorials, one-to-one sessions, and wellbeing support. From helping students transition smoothly into college life to providing strategies for study skills and confidence building, your work will make a real difference.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a purpose-built Sixth Form with outstanding facilities and exceptional student behaviour. Join our dedicated team to provide the highest quality of support and provision.
With high aspirations for all our learners, we encourage and support their progression to Higher Education, with over 30% students heading to Russell Group universities and some pursuing Oxbridge. Your guidance will be essential in navigating the UCAS application process and supporting those interested in degree apprenticeships or employment by liaising with employers for work placements.
If you are passionate about supporting learners both personally and academically and excel in communication, we would love to hear from you!
Reasons to join us
• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Teachers Pension Scheme
• 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 as part of YouatWork
• Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• 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
• 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
About you
You’ll be an enthusiastic and proactive individual with experience in an educational setting and a genuine commitment to supporting young people. Your ability to deliver engaging tutorials and wellbeing sessions, combined with strong administrative and communication skills, will ensure students receive the best possible support.
If you are looking to join a team that prioritises staff wellbeing and values personal development while making a positive impact on students, Barnsley College is the right fit for you. In this role, you will provide both pastoral and academic support through tutorials, study sessions, and one-on-one assistance, helping students with their next steps, including UCAS and job applications, while enhancing their organisational, time management, and study skills. You will also address attendance issues and support learners who are not meeting their target grades.
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
• Teaching qualification (must be willing to work towards Level 6 PGCE if not already held)
• Experience of teaching/delivering tutorials/undertaking pastoral care in an education environment
Preferred
• Degree in relevant Sixth Form College subject
• Coaching or Mentoring qualification
• Ability to use IT to support delivery and maintain learner records
Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application. Closing date for applications is Sunday 7 December 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.
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