Strategic Mentoring
Become a High-Impact Mentor: If you’re seeking to make a real difference in the lives of young people, this 2-hour training session is designed to equip you with the skills and strategies needed to create lasting, positive change. Whether you are just starting or looking to refine your existing mentoring practice, this session will empower you to inspire, guide and support young people effectively.
In this session, you will:
✔ Understand the Role of a Mentor – Explore the essential impact a mentor has on young people’s lives and how you can create meaningful change.
✔ Cultivate Effective Mentoring Skills – Learn techniques to ensure your sessions are student-focused, purposeful and impactful, fostering a positive learning environment.
✔ Empower Young People to Grow – Discover strategies that encourage personal growth and positive change in the young people you mentor.
✔ Set Professional Boundaries – Understand the importance of boundaries, self-care and effective signposting to ensure your practice is both sustainable and impactful.
✔ Make a Difference – Leave the session with actionable strategies that will help you make a lasting, positive impact in a young person’s life.
This session is for:
➤ Adults and professionals who mentor, coach or guide young people – whether in formal roles or voluntary positions.
➤ Mentors, youth workers, outreach workers and pastoral leads who want to enhance their impact and drive positive change.
➤ Individuals new to mentoring who are looking for practical strategies to build confidence and improve their sessions.
➤ Anyone committed to advancing their mentoring practice and seeking professional development in the field.
You will find this session particularly valuable if you’re a:
➤ Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Outreach Worker or Pastoral Lead.
➤ Inclusion Lead, Designated Safeguarding Lead, SENDCO or Social Worker.
➤ Scout or Girl Guide Leader, Youth Offending Team Worker or any professional guiding young people.
➤ Post-16 students mentoring younger peers can also benefit from this session.
Additional Information:
➤ Session duration: 2 hours
➤ Professional development: A certificate of attendance will be issued via e-mail after the session.
➤ Actionable outcomes: Leave with practical skills and strategies to immediately implement in your mentoring practice.
Introduction to Ross Thompson, Your Facilitator:
As the Strategic Safeguarding Manager in a Pupil Referral Unit and a Resilience & Mindset Life Coach, I bring extensive hands-on experience mentoring vulnerable young people. I know firsthand the challenges mentors face, from building trust to driving positive outcomes. My goal in this session is to strategically enhance your mentoring skills, providing you with actionable insights that will ensure your sessions are purposeful, impactful and lead to lasting change. I’ll equip you with the tools and confidence to make a real difference in the lives of the young people you mentor.
Strategic Mentoring Training: £75
Secure your spot on the next Strategic Mentoring online training session by choosing from the dates available above or book your place through Eventbrite.