Engaging Young People • Building Resilience • Creating Positive Futures
SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE & FAMILIES
1:1 youth mentoring that puts the young person first
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Personalised mentoring for young people aged 10–18 who may need additional encouragement, guidance or someone outside their immediate family or school to talk to.
Jack provides consistent, relationship-based support to help young people build confidence, understand their emotions, overcome challenges and take positive steps towards their future.
Free initial consultation • Personalised support • Enhanced DBS checked • Based in Norfolk
A safe space to talk, grow and move forward
Every young person experiences challenges differently. Some may find it difficult to talk about how they feel. Others may be struggling with confidence, relationships, education or changes happening around them.
Mentoring gives young people time and space to be heard without judgement. Rather than telling them what to do, Jack works alongside them to understand what is happening, recognise their strengths and develop practical ways to move forward.
For young people
You do not need to have all the answers or know exactly what you want to talk about.
Mentoring is your space to talk about the things that matter to you, work towards your own goals and develop greater confidence in yourself. Sessions are relaxed, supportive and shaped around you.
For parents and carers
It can be difficult to know how best to help when a young person is struggling.
Mentoring provides additional support from a consistent, trusted adult who can listen independently, build a positive relationship and help your young person develop confidence and practical coping skills.
WHEN MENTORING MAY HELP
Does this sound familiar?
Mentoring may be helpful when a young person needs a safe place to talk, some additional guidance or a trusted adult outside their immediate family.
Every situation is different, so you do not need to decide whether mentoring is definitely the right answer before getting in touch.
A formal diagnosis is not required
The first step is simply an informal conversation with Jack about what is happening and what support may be helpful.
Mentoring may support young person experiencing:
Low confidence or self-esteem
Anxiety or emotional wellbeing concerns
Difficulty understanding or managing emotions
Behaviour challenges
Low motivation or lack of direction
Poor attendance or school avoidance
Friendship or social difficulties
Family changes or difficult experiences
Life transitions or uncertainty
A need for consistent adult support
This list is only a guide
Jack will take time to understand the young person as an individual, including their strengths, interests, circumstances and goals.
personalised 1:1 support
Building skills and confidence for everyday life
Mentoring is not about focusing only on what is going wrong. It helps young people recognise their existing strengths and develop the skills they need to handle challenges with greater confidence.
Confidence and self-esteem
Recognising strengths, challenging self-doubt and developing greater belief in what they can achieve
Emotional wellbeing
Understanding emotions, managing overwhelming feelings and developing healthier coping strategies.
Positive relationships
Building communication, trust, empathy and confidence in relationships with family, friends and others.
Independence and life skills
Developing decision-making, problem-solving, organisation and greater ownership of personal goals.
Education and future goals
Rebuilding motivation, overcoming barriers to learning and exploring positive opportunities for the future.
Support shaped around the individual
Young people are involved in decisions about their support.
Mentoring works best when they understand the purpose of the sessions and feel comfortable taking part.
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Free initial conversation
Jack speaks with the young person and/or their parent or carer to understand what is happening, answer questions and discuss what they hope mentoring could help with.
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A personalised plan
Together, you agree an initial focus for mentoring, where sessions will take place and how often they will be held.
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Regular 1:1 sessions
Jack builds a consistent, trusting relationship with the young person and introduces conversations, activities and practical strategies shaped around their needs and interests.
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Ongoing support and review
Progress is reviewed throughout the programme. Goals and sessions can be adapted as the young person’s confidence, circumstances and needs develop.
FLEXIBLE MENTORING SUPPORT
Sessions that fit around the young person
Sessions normally last approximately 45–60 minutes and can be arranged in a suitable community setting, online or at school by agreement.
Mentoring can be arranged as individual sessions or as a programme of regular support. A package provides greater consistency and gives Jack and the young person time to build trust, work towards their goals and review progress together.
45–60 minute sessions
Personalised mentoring plan
Flexible location options
Regular reviews and adapted goals
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YOUR YOUNG PERSON’S MENTOR
Someone consistent, experienced and in their corner
Jack Starling has more than 16 years of experience supporting children and young people across residential childcare, education and community settings.
His approach is warm, compassionate and person-centred. He takes time to build trust, listen without judgement and understand what matters to each individual young person.
Jack does not expect young people to change overnight. He works at an appropriate pace, celebrating progress and helping them develop skills and confidence they can continue using beyond their mentoring sessions.
16+ years’ experience • Enhanced DBS checked • Safeguarding trained • Trauma-informed approach