Mentoring Young People aged 11+

Young people may have a range of professionals working with them. However, it is recognized that having someone impartial to talk to and offer support can make a difference to self esteem and engagement.

Volunteers will be matched with young people and offer one to one support. This is likely to include: face to face meetings, supporting them to attend meetings and appointments and increasing their self esteem. A crucial aspect will be the ability to build positive relationships which allow young people to feel listened to and supported and continue as long as needed.

*Please note that there may be a delay in contacting potential volunteers of up to 3 weeks. Please do get in touch if you have not heard anything from us after that time*

Skills

The volunteer will:

• Work with the volunteer coordinator to agree a match to young people.
• Attend an initial meeting with the young person and Children’s Services worker to agree the type and frequency of support to be offered and agree ongoing meetings and support.
• Discuss and agree information sharing with the young person and Children’s Services worker.
• Meet with the young person and deliver the ongoing support agreed.
• Record and share information as agreed.
• Volunteers may work with more than one young person at a time (depending upon the time they are able to offer).

*Please ensure you note your location when registering your interest*