Lancaster University
Job title:
UP Student Mentor (Uncover Progress Mentoring Programme)
Company:
Lancaster University
Job description
The Widening Participation Team is launching a new project, the Uncover Progress Programme (UP Programme). This programme is for Black-heritage pupils in Y12 and includes mentoring through our partner With Insight (https://www.withinsightedu.org/) and a residential launch event. The Widening Participation Team is very excited to partner with With Insight, who already run several highly successful mentoring programmes.Are you interested in inspiring more Black-heritage pupils to apply to top universities? If so, this is an amazing opportunity to support the next generation of pupils while giving you valuable experience to add to your CV.We are looking to employ a team of Student Mentors to be matched with Y12 pupils to lead the mentoring on this programme. The mentoring sessions will be online and last 2 hours a month. You will be given full training from With Insight on how to deliver and prepare a mentoring session.As there is level of role modelling within the mentoring programme we would like to encourage applications from Black-heritage students.The programme consists of monthly online sessions from March to November 2025 with the flexibility to fit them around your existing study schedule. Training will be held in February 2025.You will also be able to take part in the short launch residential in March 2025. As part of the residential launch you will be getting to know your mentees. This will be through team building activities, campus tours, and supporting with travel to Lancaster. All travel expenses will be covered.So, if you are committed to helping young people to shape their future and can offer a three – five hours per month please join our team.Full training and on-going support will be provided with the Widening Participation team and With Insight. There will also be peer support and regular group meetings.All applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.Pay Rate: £12.42 per hour plus £1.50 holiday payStart Date: 3rd February 2025End Date: 8th December 2025Working Pattern: 1 Hours Per WeekJob DescriptionAs a positive Black-heritage role model, you’ll:Empower your mentee with the confidence to apply to aspirational universitiesEnable them to make well informed university choicesEquip them with the knowledge to create a high quality UCAS applicationYou will do this through regular monthly mentoring sessions around topics linked to HE, study skills, personal aspirations, and decision making.You will also support the mentees at the residential and share what you love about Lancaster with them.Person SpecificationEmpathetic
Good communication skills
Comfortable with using teams
Able to build rapport
Enthusiastic and committed to helping young people
Non-judgemental
Supportive
Good time management skillsComfortable in sharing own experiences in a mentor roleWorking in this role will help develop the following skills and experience:
- Emotional Intelligence
- Flexibility
- Integrity
- Interpersonal Sensitivity
- Resilience
- Time Management
You are required to submit a cover letter to support your application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.Please note:Unless specified otherwise in the advert wording, this role is only open to individuals living in the UK.Under the terms of this work, we endeavour to provide the advertised number of hours however,hours are not guaranteed and that work may cease if there is a fall in demand.Adverts that display a closing date should be treated as a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.ShareHelp and advice on making applications can be found on the Lancaster University Careers pages. Visit
Expected salary
£12.42 per hour
Location
United Kingdom
Job date
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 02:02:59 GMT
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