Career (employability skills) Mentoring:
Help Shape Futures
Could you spare a little time to make a massive difference in a young person’s life? Our Career Mentoring programme, run by delivery partner 4YP, connects professionals like you with 13 to 16-year-olds in Bedford’s secondary schools to help them navigate their futures.
Life at that age is full of big decisions—what to study? What career to aim for? And how to get there? But sometimes, the first place to start is looking at basic employability skills – that’s where you come in.
We’re looking for relatable, real-life mentors who can share skills, challenge, and inspire young people. Whether you’re just starting out in your career or you’re a seasoned pro, your unique experiences can help them to learn key skills that will help set them on their way. You don’t have to have all the answers – you just have to listen, support, and share your journey.
Why mentor?
Interested in mentoring but worried that you’re too busy and don’t have the time to invest in the development of a young person? One of the often-overlooked elements of mentoring is the benefit to the mentor themselves. It is a rewarding thing to do and you only need to commit to one meeting a month.
By becoming a mentor you can:
Boost your communication and leadership skills.
Expand your network.
Build confidence and gain a sense of fulfilment.
Learn new skills that support your career development.
Gain fresh perspectives from your mentee.
Raise your business profile in the Bedford community.
Who We’re Looking For
Think you might be the mentor we need? Answer these questions:
- Do you believe every young person deserves the chance to shine?
- Were you helped by someone when you were younger and want to pay it forward?
- Do you want to help a young person expand their skills and confidence?
- Are you looking to develop your own leadership and interpersonal skills?
If you answered yes to any of these, we’d love to hear from you!
97%
of mentees said:
“My mentor is helping me understand and develop skills needed for the workplace.”
97%
of mentees said:
“Mentoring is helping me think about what jobs / careers will suit me.”
100%
of mentors said:
“Mentoring also helped me to learn about my strengths.”
What’s Involved?
Mentoring with us is simple and flexible:
- Just one meeting a month with your mentee.
- Share your experiences, answer questions, and help them explore their skills.
- Make an impact that lasts a lifetime.
Schools reported multiple benefits to the programme which helped to:
Raise aspirations
Identify career goals
Develop the ability to overcome challenges
Increase motivation and focus in school
Get Involved
Ready to make a difference? Click the Sign Up link below to hear from our delivery partner 4YP about how you can join our Career (employability skills) Mentoring programme.
A conversation could change a young person’s life.