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Make a difference in young lives as a Volunteer Education Mentor for the King's Trust in Manchester
Overview
Salary
Voluntary role - no salary
Location
Manchester, UK
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Join the King's Trust, a passionate organization dedicated to community service, equality, diversity and inclusion. The trust offers a rewarding opportunity to impact young lives positively through its Mosaic programme.
Role Summary
- Deliver 8 mentoring sessions over 8 weeks at local schools.
- Each session lasts about one hour, focusing on communication, goal setting, and problem-solving.
- A final 'World of Work' visit concludes the programme to introduce participants to professional environments.
Role Requirements
- No specific educational background necessary.
- Candidates need to be strong communicators and confident in facilitating group activities.
- A deep interest in youth development and commitment to attend mandatory training sessions and at least six programme sessions.
Application Process Details
- Full training and support provided by the King's Trust Youth Development Lead.
- Candidates gain invaluable experience and satisfaction from transforming young lives.
The King's Trust is excited to offer an opportunity to join our team as a volunteer Education Mentor in Manchester. This role is crucial in delivering the Mosaic programme, a group mentoring scheme for learners aged 11-18, aimed at raising aspirations, building self-belief, and developing employability skills among young people.
The role: As an Education Mentor, you will deliver 8 mentoring sessions over 8 weeks at local schools. Each session lasts about one hour, focusing on communication, goal setting, and problem solving. The programme concludes with a 'World of Work' visit, giving participants a glimpse into real-world professional environments.
Job requirements: Successful candidates will not need an educational background but must be excellent communicators and confident in facilitating group activities. A genuine interest in youth development and a commitment to attend mandatory training sessions and at least six out of eight programme sessions are essential.
Benefits: Volunteers will gain invaluable experience and satisfaction from making a significant impact on the lives of young people. Full training and support will be provided by a King's Trust Youth Development Lead.
The King's Trust is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, striving to be representative of the communities we serve. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all volunteers.
