Young Persons Mentor

We have a current opportunity for a Young Persons Mentor - Substance Misuse on a temporary basis. The position will be based in Wolverhampton. For further information about this position please apply.



Job Title: Young Persons Mentor - Substance Misuse

Location: Wolverhampton

Hours: Part time / 22.5 hours per week

Type: Temporary (6 month contract )

Hourly rate: ( £18 - £21 Umbrella )

Industry: Substance Misuse

Purpose of the Role

The Young Person's Mentor will provide direct support to children and young people whose lives may be affected by a parent's or guardian's substance misuse. Working closely with schools and other professionals, the post holder will carry out assessments, deliver tailored one-to-one mentoring, and promote resilience, wellbeing, and positive life outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments with young people referred to the service, identifying strengths, needs, and risks.

• Develop individual support/mentoring plans that address identified needs and encourage personal development.

• Provide one-to-one mentoring in schools and community settings, supporting young people to build resilience, confidence, and coping strategies.

• Offer a safe, non-judgemental space for young people to talk about their experiences and feelings.

• Support young people in developing positive relationships, improving engagement in education, and setting achievable goals.

• Work collaboratively with school staff, social care, health professionals, and families where appropriate.

• Monitor and review progress, adapting support plans to ensure the best outcomes for each young person.

• Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with safeguarding and data protection policies.

• Identify and appropriately respond to safeguarding concerns, following organisational and statutory procedures.

• Contribute to service development by providing feedback, attending team meetings, and participating in training.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience of working with children or young people in an educational, youth work, social care, or community setting.

• Clear Enhanced DBS on update service.

• Knowledge of the impact parental substance misuse can have on children and young people.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and positive relationships with young people.

• Ability to conduct structured assessments and develop support/mentoring plans.

• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and ability to respond appropriately to concerns.

• Good organisational skills, including record-keeping and time management.

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable:

• Relevant qualification in youth work, social care, education, counselling, or related field.

• Experience of working in schools and liaising with multi-agency professionals.

• Training in trauma-informed practice, resilience-building, or similar approaches.

• Full driving licence and access to transport.

Additional Information

• The role will involve travel between schools and community venues.

• An enhanced DBS check will be required.

• Training and ongoing supervision will be provided.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.