Youth & adult mentoring
A good mentor can change the direction of a life. We match young people and adults with someone who listens, encourages and stays.
Positive role modelsWhat we offer
We mentor young people and adults at risk of offending, addiction, unemployment, homelessness or exclusion.
Together we work on practical skills, confidence, healthy relationships and responsible decision-making.
- One-to-one mentoring
- Positive activities and peer support
- Life skills and confidence building
- Support around substance misuse, exploitation or family breakdown
- Routes into education, training and work
Who it's for
Young people
At risk of offending, exclusion or exploitation.
Adults
Rebuilding after prison, addiction or a hard season.
Parents & carers
Worried about a young person in their life.
How it works
Referral
From a parent, school, youth worker, probation or the person themselves.
Matching
We match you with a trained, DBS-checked mentor.
Regular meetings
Meet regularly, set goals and celebrate progress.
How are mentors checked?
All mentors are trained and DBS-checked, and supervised under our safeguarding policy.
How long does mentoring last?
[BTMA to confirm typical length.] We keep going as long as it's helping.
Want to become a mentor?
We'd love to hear from you. See our volunteer page.
Need support right now?
Tell us what's happening. A member of our team will get back to you, in confidence.