Outreach Mentor - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Kite College, Sittingbourne

• Ref:KCC886-123456-142S
• Posted:11/09/2025
• Pay:£25,378 - £28,466 (SEN for suitably qualified)
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:06/10/2025 at 08:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

Outreach Mentor

Start Date:                  ASAP

Salary:                        £25,378 - £28,466 (plus SEN for suitably qualified candidates)

Closing Date:               Monday 6th October 2025

Interviews:                 TBC

Would you like to join our college at an exciting time in its development? Are you learner focused and committed to making a difference? Do you have experience of working with young people with SEMH needs and a passion to effect change? If so, we would welcome your application. 

KITE College is an Independent Specialist Post-16 College in Sittingbourne, providing specialist education and training for young people with learning difficulties of small class size of 6-8 learners. 

We are looking to recruit a full time Outreach Mentor to further develop our Personal Development offer at KITE college. The role will involve 1:1 mentoring and small group interventions, as well as Outreach support to learners who face barriers to attend the College site. 

You will be part of a growing pastoral team and based in our new Well Being hub. 

We are particularly interested in applications from colleagues who have relevant experience in counselling and/or mentoring.

In return we can offer you:

• Be part of a team;
• High quality CPD and career progression;
• The opportunity to be part of an independent specialist college and to shape the lives of young people;
• In-Line with the Kent Terms & Conditions;
• Kent Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Free onsite parking
• Free Flu vaccination

If this position sounds like the one for you, click the ‘Apply Now’ button below to submit your application. When completing your application please highlight your skills and abilities to support young people to reach their full potential and attach an up-to-date CV.

(Applications are reviewed on a continual basis. Should a suitable applicant be found prior to the closing date we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the date published).

Should you wish to arrange a visit to the college, please contact Sarah Miller on 01795 476450 or email principal@kite-college.org.

The trustees of KITE College are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.  This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service, and two references confirming suitability to work with children/young adults.  

Information about the school

Information about the College

KITE College is an independent specialist college providing specialist supported education and technical training to young people with learning difficulties.

KITE College is Kent's only specialist Post-16 College, delivering Vocational Technical Education and training courses across a variety of industries.

The College provides specialist supported provision to young people ages 16-25. Our offer includes both vocational and technical education and training qualifications, such as Hair & Beauty, Motor Vehicle, Construction, I.T, Catering & Hospitality and Life Skills providing young people with the skills and knowledge they need to transition into sustainable employment and a healthy adult life.

For more detail and information on KITE College please visit our website on: kite-college.org.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Sarah Miller
• Address:Unit 1 Bonham Drive, Eurolink Business Park, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3RY
• Telephone: 01795 476450
• Email: principal@kite-college.org

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• Job Description and Person Specification