Youth Mentor

Location: Preston Position: Youth Mentor (Pupil Referral Unit) Contract Type: Full Time, Term-time only Rate of Pay: £105.00 - £115.00 per day Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30 (Monday to Friday) Start: February 2026

About the School

We are working with a specialist secondary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Preston that supports young people who are unable to access mainstream education due to behavioural, emotional and social needs.

The school provides a structured, nurturing and relationship-driven environment, offering clear routines, consistent boundaries and high levels of pastoral support to help pupils re-engage with learning, develop emotional regulation and improve long-term outcomes.

Youth Mentor

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Youth Mentor to support pupils on both a 1:1 and small-group basis. This role is ideal for someone confident in managing challenging behaviour and committed to building trusting, professional relationships with young people.

Key Responsibilities as a Youth Mentor

Provide 1:1 and small group mentoring to support emotional regulation, engagement and positive behaviour, including during periods of heightened distress. Assist in managing challenging and, at times, high-risk behaviour using positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques. Build strong, consistent relationships with pupils who may struggle with authority, boundaries or emotional regu...