Providing Effective Support

Here are some helpful tips to ensure that mentors provide effective but appropriate support

A Mentoring Agreement can help to establish the basic details of Mentoring relationship such as;

  • The frequency that you meet with your mentee
  • How many mentoring sessions will be provided
  • How long the meetings last for
  • Where are you going to meet
  • How will you make contact with the mentee
  • What is the process for arranging or canceling meetings
  • Is there a type of activity the mentoring will focus on e.g. school, work, confidence building etc

It is always a good idea to discuss any changes to the planned Mentoring Agreement with your Mentoring Co-ordinator or Line Manager so they can support and advise you.