The key aims of the mentor programme are: - to build confidence and assist the pupil to discover their strengths, skills and talents;
- to broaden the pupil's aspirations and ambitions in life;
- to develop the pupil's life and employability skills and
- to help the pupil make a successful move into the next stage of education or employment.
Colleagues from the wider community have proven to be ideal mentors, as you bring fresh perspective, enthusiasm and a wide range of skills and experience, all of which support and encourage pupils to explore their own capabilities and aspirations.
Process
Colleagues from the wider community have proven to be ideal mentors, as you bring fresh perspective, enthusiasm and a wide range of skills and experience, all of which support and encourage pupils to explore their own capabilities and aspirations.
Process
Our schools will identify pupils who are perhaps lacking in confidence or self-esteem, and have the potential to do well with the correct approaches and guidance.
Pupils, who would like to receive 1-2-1 mentoring, commence the programme at the start of S3 and continue into S4.
This means the commitment from both parties is across two years, excluding school holidays and examinations.
In total the Mentors and 'Mentees' meet for approximately 10 sessions each year on average once a month during a class period, which is approximately 55 minutes.
The Council request that all Mentors are willing to undertake a full PVG Scheme (Disclosure Scotland) check, the cost of which is met by the Education Department.
Full training and ongoing support is provided to all mentors.
If you are interested in becoming involved, the Education Department would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information please contact:
Shona McKnight, Employer Engagement Officer
Dundee City Council Education Department
shona.mcknight@dundeecity.gov.
