Leicester City in the Community (LCitC) has an opportunity for a Wellbeing and Engagement Mentor to join its team on a 12-month fixed-term basis.
About LCitC
Leicestershire is made up of vibrant, ambitious and resilient communities. Leicester City in the Community supports these groups, and the people within them, through programmes delivered by a passionate and dedicated team. It aims to Engage, Inspire and Empower through Togetherness, Respect and Pride, changing lives and transforming communities.
The role
The aim of the role is to work alongside and support identified young people who require additional support within mainstream education and alternative provision settings.
Key duties
- Work 1:1 or in small groups with identified young people to re-engage them in education and improve outcomes in line with programme targets
- Work alongside outside agencies to create and offer well-rounded support
- Develop and deliver high-quality resources and sessions
- Support the development of intervention sessions that engage, enthuse and raise the aspirations of young people
- Monitor the progress of the project and keep data accurate and well managed
- Contribute to internal and external monitoring reports
Who they are looking for
- Able to work on your own initiative
- An excellent communicator at a variety of levels, with strong organisation and planning skills
- Able to encourage, motivate and enthuse young people to take part
- Committed, self-motivated and driven, with a strong commitment to high-quality delivery
- Able to form and sustain appropriate working relationships
Essential requirements
- Satisfactory pre-employment checks, including two current references and an enhanced DBS check
- Ability to travel independently across the city and county
Key details
- Contract: fixed term, 12 months
- Hours: 37.5 per week; some evening and weekend work may be required
- Salary: competitive
- Location: based at King Power Stadium, Leicester, with delivery at partner schools and community venues across Leicester and Charnwood and some home working
- Closing date: 30 November 2026
How to apply
Apply through the LCFC careers portal (link above).
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About LCitC
Leicestershire is made up of vibrant, ambitious and resilient communities. Leicester City in the Community supports these groups, and the people within them, through programmes delivered by a passionate and dedicated team. It aims to Engage, Inspire and Empower through Togetherness, Respect and Pride, changing lives and transforming communities.
The role
The aim of the role is to work alongside and support identified young people who require additional support within mainstream education and alternative provision settings.
Key duties
- Work 1:1 or in small groups with identified young people to re-engage them in education and improve outcomes in line with programme targets
- Work alongside outside agencies to create and offer well-rounded support
- Develop and deliver high-quality resources and sessions
- Support the development of intervention sessions that engage, enthuse and raise the aspirations of young people
- Monitor the progress of the project and keep data accurate and well managed
- Contribute to internal and external monitoring reports
Who they are looking for
- Able to work on your own initiative
- An excellent communicator at a variety of levels, with strong organisation and planning skills
- Able to encourage, motivate and enthuse young people to take part
- Committed, self-motivated and driven, with a strong commitment to high-quality delivery
- Able to form and sustain appropriate working relationships
Essential requirements
- Satisfactory pre-employment checks, including two current references and an enhanced DBS check
- Ability to travel independently across the city and county
Key details
- Contract: fixed term, 12 months
- Hours: 37.5 per week; some evening and weekend work may be required
- Salary: competitive
- Location: based at King Power Stadium, Leicester, with delivery at partner schools and community venues across Leicester and Charnwood and some home working
- Closing date: 30 November 2026
How to apply
Apply through the LCFC careers portal (link above).