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Empower young entrepreneurs to succeed with The King's Trust.
Overview
Salary
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Location
Glasgow, GB, G5 9JP, Edinburgh, GB, EH6 4AQ, Dundee, GB, DD4 6ET
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Organisation summary We work with local partners around the world to deliver education, employment and enterprise programmes that empower young people to learn, earn and thrive.
Role Summary
- Use business knowledge to inspire and support young people facing barriers to employment, education, and training.
- Build confidence and develop practical business skills for young entrepreneurs.
- Mentor young people aged 18-30 who have completed our Enterprise and Start Up programme.
- Deliver inspiring workshops on business-related topics.
Role Requirements
- Good understanding of starting and growing a business.
- Experience in business planning, sales, marketing, finance, or running a business.
- Ability to build trusting relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds.
Help young entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality.
At The King’s Trust, volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. As an Enterprise Volunteer, you'll use your business knowledge, skills and experience to inspire and support young people facing barriers to employment, education and training. You'll help them build confidence, develop practical business skills and take positive steps towards a brighter future.
We're looking for people with a good understanding of starting and growing a business and experience in areas such as business planning, sales, marketing, finance or running a business. Most importantly, you'll be a great listener who can build trusting relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds, encourage them to believe in themselves and share your expertise in a way that empowers them to succeed independently.
As a Business Mentor, you will:
Provide friendly one-to-one mentoring for young people aged 18-30 who have completed our Enterprise and Start Up programme.
Help young entrepreneurs develop their business ideas, overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
Build confidence, encourage progress and celebrate success as they grow their venture.
Meet online, at a King’s Trust centre or in a mutually convenient public location.
Share your expertise as a Trainer
You can also deliver inspiring online workshops on topics such as:
- Marketing
- Sales
- Finance
- Business Planning
- Your own specialist area of expertise
Whether you're helping someone launch their first business or supporting growth in the early years of trading, your knowledge could make a life-changing difference.
What you'll receive
- Comprehensive training, including mentoring training
- Ongoing support from a dedicated member of the team
- Flexible volunteering that fits around your availability
- The opportunity to join a passionate community of volunteers and colleagues
- The satisfaction of seeing young people grow in confidence and create successful futures
If you can spare a few hours each month and are passionate about helping young people realise their potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Share your experience. Inspire ambition. Change a future.
For more information, please go to the job description.
