Become a part of their Storyy
Are you looking to progress your career in the youth support sector, or simply looking for a change of direction? Either way, we have various Young Persons’s Mentor roles available that’ll suit you to a T!
"Storyy Group has helped me build a life I knew I wanted, but never thought I could have."
- Sam, age 17
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and discover what it’s like to work in one of Storyy’s Children’s Homes and Supported Accommodations (16+).
Why become a Young Person’s Mentor?
Start the next chapter of your storyy and create moments that matter along the way. As a Young Person’s Mentor at Storyy Group, you will have the opportunity to transform the lives of young people by helping them pick up invaluable life skills, form positive relationships and even overcome trauma in the process. You will aid in instilling confidence and independence, to help our young people reach their full potential and transition with ease into adult life.
If you care about making a difference and want to celebrate the wins, no matter how big or small, a career as a Young Person’s Mentor would be perfect for you. If you think you have what it takes to join our dedicated support team, we’d love to hear from you today!
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What kind of impact could you have?
We work with a person-centred approach, helping young people to identify individual goals and outcomes that they would like to achieve. It’s incredible to see the young people we care for thrive and go on to do amazing things. What skills and nurturing abilities could you bring to the table?
How do you become a Young Person’s Mentor?
Any UK resident over the age of 18 can apply to be a Young Person’s Mentor with Storyy Group. Even if we don’t currently have a job role open, we’d still love to hear from you; we’re always looking to grow our family! You don’t need any prior experience to apply to be a Young Person’s Mentor, but experience working with young people would be beneficial. We’re all about hiring for personality, so if you have a caring and compassionate nature, would like to help make a difference and get stuck in with any task, send your CV our way now!
Do you have any questions?
Please reach out to us if you have any questions or queries you have about becoming a Young Person’s Mentor for Storyy Group. We’re here to help and support you on your Support Work journey!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a Young Person’s Mentor?
Simply send your application through to us and we’ll take care of the rest. Make sure you include any past experience and let us know why you’d make an excellent Young Person’s Guidance Mentor.
What is covered in the induction training?
If you are successful in your application, a 2-week induction process will take place with the Senior Leadership Team. This will be comprised of eLearning courses, day-to-day running of the home and shadowing staff members.
I don’t have any prior Support Work experience, does that matter?
As much as past experience is always great, it isn’t necessary in this role. We are looking for caring and compassionate candidates who are passionate about making a difference. We can offer on the job training and inductions to ensure you’re up to scratch before embarking on your new Storyy. We will not offer sponsorship to applicants.
What does career progression look like as a Young Person’s Mentor?
We want to help you hit your career goals and smash milestones; this is why we will happily put you through an apprenticeship to gain extra qualifications that’ll support you in this profession. We are also big advocates of promoting from within, so if a more senior role opens up, you would be considered for it before we hire externally.
Will I need to undergo a DBS check?
Yes, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check with Barred List.
What would my weekly working hours be?
Our Children’s Homes and Supported Accommodations are located in Berkshire, so you will be required to reliably commute to designated locations. Young Person’s Guidance Mentors are full time positions, so your working hours would be 37.5 hours, working on a 3 week rolling rota pattern (including weekends and Bank Holidays); you will work one weekend in three. Early shift: 8am to 4pm / Late shift: 12.30pm to 8.30pm. Loan working may be required.
What areas of support would I be focusing on?
Resilience and passion are key for this role. Here at Storyy Group, we have a ‘do with’ rather than ‘do for’ ethos. You will be helping our young people work towards independent living, by teaching them essential life skills and working towards specific goals and aspirations. We believe we walk alongside our young people, learning from them in tow. Support will come in many forms, including arranging and attending GP and other health appointments, taking part in activities within the local community and reengaging with education, finding employment and accessing benefits. You will also be there to provide mental health support, overcome situations that may include challenging behaviour, substance misuse and self-harm. Many of our young people have come from traumatic backgrounds, but using a ‘Trauma Informed Practice’, you will help guide them on a better, brighter, more successful pathway.
