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WISE Mentoring CIC

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WISE Mentoring provides mentoring to support children living in the North East of Glasgow by focusing on Wellbeing, Inspiration, Support...

Volunteer Mentor

05 Oct 2026 - 31 May 2027

Closing date for applications is 05 Oct.

WISE Mentoring is a community organisation that supports children living in the North East of Glasgow by focusing on Wellbeing, Inspiration, Support and Empowerment. As a Volunteer Mentors you will take part in weekly mentoring sessions in a primary school, guiding the children through a "character and wellbeing" curriculum which cover topics such as the growth mindset and resilience.

You will be trained in safeguarding procedures and trauma-informed practices, including PACE (playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy) so that you can create a safe environment to connect with children and help them to grow and learn. 

During weekly sessions, you will participate in group and one-to-one mentoring, going on a journey through our "character and wellbeing" curriculum that covers the following topics: self knowledge, the growth mindset, goal setting, resilience, self control and fairness. 

Contact Name

Hana Butorova

Benefits to self

You will be trained in therapeutic practices informed by the latest research in educational psychology, gain confidence and build new skills in mentoring and leadership, and feel connected to the wider community in Glasgow. You will gain experience and skills that can build your CV.

Benefits to others

Acting as a role model, you will guide children to develop their wisdom and wellbeing, grow in their confidence and resilience, explore their personal identity and purpose, and learn to care for others and the world around them. You will make a positive difference to the wider community.

Location

Local primary schools in North East Glasgow, within walking or public transport distance from campus

Training available

We provide training in safeguarding procedures and trauma-informed practices, including PACE (playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy) so that mentors can create a safe environment to connect with the children.

Hours per week

3-4

PVG required

Yes

Support and supervision details

Project Leaders will provide direct support and supervision throughout the year. Supervision will be held after each project every week to reflect on the session: what went well, what did not, what support you would like, etc. We provide important training sessions throughout the year.
  • TypeBefriending, Children, Education, Health and Wellbeing, Mental Health, Mentoring, Peer Support, Social Enterprise / Community Interest Company, Young People

Employability skills

  • Leadership 0
  • Personal Development 0

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