Peer Mentoring Programme Training

Our Peer Mentoring training is based on young people supporting one another.

Through the training, staff will match mentors with mentees in one-on-one friendships so that they can provide guidance and support, serving as positive role models. Our programme enables Peer Mentors to listen and support fellow pupils (mentees), helping them deal with the current challenges they may be struggling with.

We have produced 5 core modules that will support schools, colleges and community organisations in designing and implementing a sustainable Peer Mentoring Programme that works for their setting. The programme will be co-designed by young people to help and assist other young people.

Peer Mentoring Programme training for Education Staff

Duration: 2.5 hrs 

Our Peer Mentoring programme for staff provides training, resources and additional support to assist school staff with implementing a sustainable programme based on the identified needs of their setting. The programme will enhance early intervention and prevention of low-level mental health, safeguarding and wellbeing issues amongst young people. 

 

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Learning outcomes

  • Understand Peer Mentoring 
  • Recognise the positive benefits of a Peer Mentoring programme
  • Understand what mental wellbeing means and the issues that affect young people’s wellbeing
  • Explore what needs to be included in a Peer Mentoring programme
  • Identify the roles and responsibilities of staff and Peer Mentors

Additional features

  • School Lead Handbook - This handbook covers all key elements of a Peer Mentoring programme - from setting up the programme to the monitoring and evaluation
  • Peer Mentors Training Programme - This training will provide staff with a framework of activities to use with their peer mentors to make sure they are fully prepared for the role
  • Peer Mentors Poster- This poster will help schools promote their programme
  • Peer Mentors Handbook- Pupils will be supported to record and reflect on their learning from taking part in the peer mentoring training

 

“Very excited to develop the programme further in our school and add additional support to pupils. I will definitely recommend the training to others.” – Head Teacher

Upcoming virtual course dates:

Virtual delivery duration: 2.5 hrs

The next dates for our webinar-based sessions are:

  • 🗓️ Thursday 9th May 2024 | 12.00 pm - 2.30 pm - last few spaces 
  • 🗓️ Thursday 6th June 2024 | 2.30 pm - 5.00 pm 
  • 🗓️ Thursday 11th July 2024 | 9.30 am - 12.00 pm 
"The engaging presentation and the regular checking in that we understood each module and that we are ok with the tasks. Training done in a relaxed open way sparking key and interesting discussions. The resources are fantastic! We are excited to use these with our students."

Peer Mentor Training for Young People

Duration: Full day (maximum of 30 pupils; 12 - 21 years old)

Our full day interactive programme will provide young people with valuable knowledge, communication tools, a positive sense of self and key life skills to become confident Peer Mentors.

Learning

  • Recognise the benefits of a Peer Mentoring programme
  • Understand what is involved in the Peer Mentoring process
  • Share the key responsibilities of a Peer Mentor
  • Recognise personal qualities and skills
  • Have a greater awareness of safeguarding procedures
  • Increased confidence to communicate and listen effectively 
  • Promote wellbeing and positive mental health
  • Signpost to further help and support
"It helped me because it allowed me to grow in confidence. Even though I was away from friends during tutor time for my mentoring sessions it actually helped me make more friends from the confidence I gained from it" - mentee 2022

Additional features 

  • School Lead Handbook - This handbook covers all key elements of a Peer Mentoring programme - from setting up the programme to the monitoring and evaluation
  • Peer Mentors Poster- This poster will help schools promote their programme
  • Peer Mentors Handbook- Pupils will be supported to record and reflect on their learning from taking part in the peer mentoring training
"The Kidscape Peer Mentoring programme has had a hugely positive impact on our pupils. We learnt ways in which we could train young people to be compassionate, empathetic and develop listening skills, which are crucial in building trust and confidentiality within safe-guarding perimeters."

 

Booking

To register your interest, please complete our training enquiry form.

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