Description
This workbook develops the core skills needed for safe and effective peer mentoring, including active listening, encouragement, reflective questioning and confidence building. Learners explore how to support others in a calm, non-directive way, build trust and rapport, and recognise when someone may need additional support. It is suitable for young people and adults who want to offer steady, reliable support to peers within their school, organisation or community.
Who is it for?
- Youth services and youth workers
- Schools, colleges and alternative education settings
- Community organisations supporting young people or adults
- Mentoring programmes and peer‑support initiatives
- Family hubs and early help teams
- Charities working with wellbeing, confidence or personal development
- Organisations wanting to build structured, safe peer‑support roles
Key Learning Outcomes
Learners will:
- Understand the purpose of peer mentoring and the qualities and boundaries that support safe, effective relationships.
- Explore the core principles that help mentoring relationships feel equitable, respectful and emotionally safe.
- Build communication and rapport‑building skills that strengthen trust and connection.
- Develop focused listening skills that help mentees feel heard, understood and supported.
- Learn questioning approaches that encourage reflection, autonomy and confidence.
- Use reflective practice and practical tools to strengthen mentoring skills and maintain healthy boundaries.
Risewell Pathways Licensing Model
This workbook is available through the Risewell Pathways Licensing Model for use within schools, community organisations, charities, services and workplaces. Select the licence scope that best fits your organisation’s needs.
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