Learning and Skills Mentor Level 4 Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting others in their personal and professional development across various sectors, such as healthcare, education, business, or construction. It suits those who want to become skilled mentors, helping individuals and groups achieve learning goals. This opportunity is designed for people who are committed to ethical mentoring practices, enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and aim to enhance their own reflective practice and professional development. It’s perfect for those who want to guide and empower others in their learning journeys.

From completing this Apprenticeship you will learn the following:

-The roles and responsibilities of a mentor, understanding the organisational and professional boundaries, legal and ethical requirements, including safeguarding.

-How to establish and manage a mentoring contract.

-How to plan for mentoring sessions and review and revise action plans.

-Mentoring theory and models, including maintaining good practice and protocols within the mentoring relationship.

-Organisational and legal requirements for recording, storing and sharing personal information.

-Strategies to assess starting points of the mentee, including potential barriers to development.

-Methods of communication to maintain the mentoring relationship and review progress towards agreed outcomes.

-Questioning and listening techniques.

-How to provide accurate and relevant vocational/pastoral advice and guidance to meet mentee needs, including points of referral to other professional services.

Individual employers will set the recruitment and selection criteria for their Apprenticeships. In order to optimise success, candidates will typically have 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or Grade C or equivalent, including mathematics, English and a Science. Apprentices without level 1 English and maths will need to achieve this level and take the test for level 2 prior to taking their apprenticeship end-point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or legacy statement, the English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3 and British Sign Language qualification are an alternative to English qualifications for whom this is their primary language.

Your employer will choose an end-point assessment organisation (EPAO) to deliver the EPA. Your employer and training provider should tell you what to expect and how to prepare for your EPA. The length of the training for this apprenticeship is typically 12 months. The EPA period is typically 3 months. The overall grades available for this apprenticeship are: fail pass merit distinction When you pass the EPA, you will be awarded your apprenticeship certificate.

Completing this apprenticeship opens up a wide range of career and study opportunities. Career paths include becoming a dedicated Learning and Development Mentor, Training Coordinator, or Skills Coach across sectors like healthcare, education, business, and manufacturing. As you gain experience, you could progress to roles such as Learning and Development Manager, HR Advisor, or even head up mentorship programs within large organizations. In terms of further study, you can pursue qualifications in Human Resource Management (CIPD), Education and Training, or coaching certifications. Higher education options include diplomas or degrees in Leadership and Management, Learning and Development, or Organizational Psychology. This apprenticeship builds a strong foundation for leadership roles in mentoring, coaching, and development within diverse industries.

As a City of Bristol College student, you may incur additional costs to attend your course. For example, it is likely you may need to pay for travel and stationery. Many courses offer learning opportunities that you may need to pay for. This may include things like study visits and visiting speakers. We will let you know in advance if there will be additional costs. If you are on a limited income, you may be able to receive help from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.