JGW+ Youth Learning Mentor

1. Jobs Growth Wales+ (JGW+) is an exceptional training and development programme designed for 16–19-year-olds.
2. JGW+ is looking for a passionate and dedicated Youth Learning Mentor to join our team.
3. If you’re committed to promoting equality, skilled in managing behaviour, and enthusiastic about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

ACT Pontypool

37 hours, Permanent 

Closing Date: 08/11/24

If you would like to work for an organisation that demonstrates outstanding commitment to staff engagement, has gained a place on the Times Best 100 Companies to work for in the UK for the last eight consecutive years and that holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation we would love to hear from you!

About JGW+:

Jobs Growth Wales+ (JGW+) is an exceptional training and development programme designed for 16–19-year-olds. It helps young people gain the skills, qualifications, and experience they need to progress onto an Apprenticeship, start their own business, or secure their dream job.

Our dedicated team are passionate about supporting learners to reach their full potential, ensuring each individual is guided and empowered every step of the way.

About the role:  

JGW+ is looking for a passionate and dedicated Youth Learning Mentor to join our team. In this role, you will create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where young learners can thrive. You will support learners in achieving their qualifications, manage classroom behaviour, and provide tailored one-on-one and group assistance.

If you’re committed to promoting equality, skilled in managing behaviour, and enthusiastic about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

You may be required to travel to different centres to support learners.

ACT is committed to promoting the Welsh language for both staff and learners, and whilst it is not considered essential criteria, the ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role. 

What we need from you:

• Experience of working with challenging, disengaged learners
• Experience of working with young people with Additional Learning needs and/or Learning Disability/Difficulty.
• Youth Work or Teaching Assistant/teaching Qualification or equivalent (or willing to work towards one as condition of employment)
• Minimum of 5 GCSE (or equivalent) grade C or above
• Ability to develop others
• Team player with ability to work on own initiative
• Creative & passionate for training/learning

What you will be doing:

• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment that encourages active participation and ensures learner safety during activities and breaks.
• Report safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Person according to ACT policy, providing detailed incident and damage reports as necessary.
• Manage classroom behaviour constructively, maintaining discipline in line with ACT Standards and School Policy, and implement effective behaviour management strategies while supporting delivery staff.
• Address disruptive behaviour using appropriate de-escalation techniques, including physical intervention when required.
• Supervise learners during breaks and lunch, supporting their qualification progress through individual and group assistance.
• Mentor learners needing additional support, helping them set and review targets in line with ACT standards.
• Assist JGW+ Skills Tutors with curriculum delivery and resource development, and manage the ordering and maintenance of stationery and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of learner performance and progress, including attendance and relevant data.
• Perform administrative duties to ensure smooth programme operations and complete any additional tasks requested by the Delivery Manager.
• Ensure equality and fair treatment of all individuals at all times while adhering to and promoting ACT’s environmental practices.

Why work for ACT?  

As Wales’s largest Training Provider, ACT is all about people. With a family feel culture we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We’re all extremely passionate about making a positive difference to people’s lives by providing excellent learning programmes and opportunities.  

If you would like to work for an organisation that holds 3-star accreditation with Best Companies demonstrating extra-ordinary levels of staff engagement, ranked in the Top 100 Most inclusive Workplaces, has gained a place on the Times Best 100 Companies to work for in the UK for the last seven consecutive years and that holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation we would love to hear from you!  

Our Values:  

At ACT, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and dignity for all. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to thrive.  

Diversity statement 

ACT is dedicated to fair and safe recruitment practices, ensuring equality for all applicants and staff. We do not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our questioning and collating of information are intended to help us maintain equal opportunities best practice and identify barriers to workforce equality and diversity. The information collated from you will not be used in any decision affecting you.  

We are happy to consider an reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, please drop us an email with your requirements. 

What next?  

 The Advert will close 08th November 2024 at midnight, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.  

Applicants will be notified via email of application process (please check junk or spam folders) 

An interview process consisting of:  

• A face to face interview at one of our centres with a work based task (for example - a micro teach, presentation or a written task, full details will be provided before interview) 

We’re keen to ensure our hiring process allows you to be at your best, so if you need us to make any adjustments, please just let us know.  

What you get in return:

• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Generous holiday package (up to 45 days per year)
• E-learning platform available to all staff.
• Annual salary increases
• Staff counselling sessions
• Mental Health First Aider
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Bi-annual performance reviews
• Staff Council
• Flexible and hybrid working (where applicable)
• Team building days
• Volunteering days
• Staff celebration days
• Length of service, birthday and yearly appreciation rewards
• Staff Recognition Awards
• Healthcare cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance

Our Values:

At ACT, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and dignity for all. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to thrive.

FREDIE stands for Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement – values that lie at the heart of everything we do at ACT. From our interactions with staff to our engagement with learners, these principles guide our approach, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.