Getting Someone Help

At the heart of our charity is 1:1, child-led mentoring. Our programmes help young people improve wellbeing, build confidence, engage with education, and connect with their community.

While each mentoring programme is slightly different depending on the age and needs of the young person, they all share the same foundation: weekly, tailored mentoring over several months with a trusted adult.

Find out more below or get in touch:
inspire@mentoringplus.net | 01225 429 694

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Our mentoring services

Most of our services are only offered to young people living in Bath & NE Somerset (our professional mentoring service may have capacity to help in the wider region).

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Volunteer Mentoring Programme

Young people aged 7-25 are matched with a volunteer mentor for up to 12 months, with activity-based weekly sessions to build trust, confidence and life skills.

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Professional Mentoring

Tailored 1:1 mentoring for young people with complex needs, including SEMH, SEND and social isolation, helping them overcome barriers, develop skills and gain confidence.

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In-school Mentoring

We offer primary and secondary schools an embedded mentoring service, with a professional mentor in school 1-2 days per week providing a calm, safe space for students to talk openly.

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Student and Family Support (SAFS)

Our SAFS practitioners offer child-led, holistic support over 16 weeks, helping young people stay in mainstream education — commissioned by B&NES Council.

Our Impact

Thanks to the dedication of our trustees, staff, and volunteers, along with the invaluable support of our local community, we supported more than 300 young people across Bath & North East Somerset in 2025.

105 Young people were supported through volunteer mentoring

80% of mentees feel safer and improve communication skills

70% of mentees to build confidence and re-engage with education

97 youth club sessions hosted, with 659 attendances

Discover how mentoring changed young people's lives

To understand how mentoring could help your young person feel happier, more confident and hopeful for their future, read some of our mentees' stories.

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B's story

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E's story