Tutorial Learning Mentor

Tutorial Learning Mentor Land Based Industries (Wigfield Farm) Salary: £28,991 to £33, 486 per annum Contract Type: Permanent - Full time - 37 hours per week Starting Salary - Appointments are normally made at the bottom of the salary scale. A higher starting salary may be considered in exceptional circumstances. Reference: REC2526 | Closing Date: Sunday 11th October 2026 The Opportunity Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve their potential? Barnsley College is seeking a motivated and student-focused Tutorial Learning Mentor to join our Land Based Industries team at Wigfield Farm. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference to our learners, supporting them throughout their college journey and helping them progress successfully into further study, employment or apprenticeships. As a key member of the pastoral support team, you will manage a caseload of learners, providing high-quality one-to-one and group support. You will monitor attendance, progress and engagement, helping to identify learners who may be at risk of underachievement or disengagement and putting effective, solution-focused interventions in place. You will also deliver engaging tutorials focused on personal development, study skills and progression, while working closely with tutors, parents and carers, support services and external agencies to ensure learners receive the right support at the right time. About You You will be an enthusiastic, approachable and empathetic individual with a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed. With experience of working with young people and providing pastoral or tutorial support within an educational environment, you will understand the different barriers learners can face and know how to provide effective encouragement, guidance and intervention. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as you will work with a wide range of learners, colleagues, parents, carers and external organisations. You will be proactive and organised, with the ability to use learner information and data effectively to identify concerns, track progress and help students achieve positive outcomes. Above all, you will bring a flexible, positive and learner-centred approach and be passionate about creating an environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive. Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity. Required • Qualified to at least level 3 • Level 4 Teaching qualification e.g. CTLLS (or a willingness to work towards) • Hold minimum of level 2 Qualification in English and Mathematics grade C or above • 2 years’ experience of working with young people • Experience of teaching/delivering tutorials/undertaking pastoral care in an education environment • Experience of working with young people in an educational setting • Experience of working with a wide range of stakeholders in an educational setting Reasons to join us • We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 days per year including bank and public holidays) • Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days • 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 • Free Barnsley College courses to support your professional and personal development (subject to approval) • 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 • Discounted 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 • Free breakfast provided daily for all staff members • Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff • Employees can enrol on a Barnsley College course of their choice free of charge, supporting both professional and personal development (subject to approval) 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 • Rewa