ABOUT US:

Spark2Life is a community-inspired charity working across London, Kent and Buckinghamshire to prevent harm and promote life. Since 2006, we’ve been delivering programmes that reduce the risk of children and young adults entering cycles of offending. We provide mentoring, advocacy, counselling, awareness training and family support to help young people build positive futures.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Casework Mentor, you will work with young people and young adults (aged 11–30) who are at risk of or involved in criminal activity or serious youth violence. You’ll manage a caseload of up to 15 individuals, providing 1:1 mentoring, advocacy, and support to help them access education, training, employment and other positive opportunities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver tailored 1:1 mentoring sessions to challenge values, beliefs and behaviours
• Provide advocacy and practical support with problem-solving
• Build positive relationships with young people, families, and partner agencies
• Support service users to access education, training and employment
• Maintain accurate case notes and monitor progress
• Attend professional meetings and represent Spark2Life effectively