Programme Overview
15-month programme + End Point Assessment | Nationally recognised qualification
Fully funded – there’s no cost to you as a learner. You’ll earn a real salary in a paid, full-time role from day one.
This programme equips you to become a powerful mentor who can guide others to reach their goals. Whether you’re helping new team members settle in or supporting individuals through learning and change, you’ll develop the skills to lead with empathy, integrity, and impact.
Who It’s For
Ideal for individuals who are trusted guides and natural supporters. Whether you’re already mentoring in your role or want to grow into that space, this programme helps you strengthen your mentoring practice, grounded in theory, ethics, and real-world skills.
No formal experience needed – just a desire to support others and grow as a mentor.
”Mentoring is about walking alongside someone as they grow - not pushing, not pulling, just guiding. If you want to build confidence in others and sharpen your own reflective practice, this programme is for you.
Skills You’ll Build & What You’ll Learn
What You'll Learn
- The role, responsibilities, and ethics of effective mentoring
- How to create, manage, and evaluate mentoring relationships and action plans
- Theories and models that inform good mentoring practice
- How to provide pastoral and vocational support, including referrals
- The value of reflective practice, supervision, and continuous development
Skills You’ll Build
- Building trust and maintaining mentoring contracts
- Coaching conversations using active listening and questioning
- Managing mentoring records and legal compliance (e.g. safeguarding, GDPR)
- Providing feedback and guidance for progression
- Reflecting on and developing your own practice through evidence and supervision
Qualification & Accreditation
You’ll gain the Learning & Skills Mentor Level 4 Apprenticeship, a nationally recognised qualification.
You may also complete Level 2 Maths & English Functional Skills, if required.
What the Programme Looks Like
A blended, wraparound learning experience designed to help you learn and grow every week – with all your progress tracked and supported through our smart learning platform, Aptem.
What You Will Experience
- Monthly training modules led by expert coaches
- 6–8 hours per week of off-the-job training
- Live workshops focused on mentoring practice and coaching techniques
- Ongoing 1:1 mentoring and feedback from your coach
- Online study and reflective learning via Aptem
- Structured on-the-job learning aligned with your mentoring activities
- Final End Point Assessment (EPA) to showcase your expertise
Career Progression
Completion unlocks roles such as:
People Management or L&D Pathways (e.g. L&D Practitioner L3 or Consultant L5)
Broader leadership programmes and coaching qualifications (e.g. Team Leader L3)
Your Experience as a Futurist
At Diverse Futures, you’re not just starting a programme – you’re joining a movement. As a Futurist, you’ll grow in confidence, build skills that last, and be part of a community that believes in making a difference.
You’ll get access to enrichment opportunities, inspiring events, and a network of peers and alumni who’ve got your back. We’re a proud B Corp with a mission to open doors – and keep them open for those coming up behind.
With safeguarding and wellbeing built into every step, you’ll grow in a place that’s safe, supportive, and serious about your future.
Why Employers Choose Diverse Futures
Unlock your Team’s Potential:
- Mentors improve onboarding, performance, and retention
- Supportive mentoring culture helps grow internal talent and confidence
- Fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy – no extra cost to your business
Programme-Specific Benefits:
- Trusted, reflective mentors trained in safeguarding and ethical frameworks
- Greater confidence, structure, and impact in coaching and mentoring practices
- More inclusive, development-focused culture from the inside out
Who Can Apply
We believe talent is everywhere but opportunity isn’t.
We back young adults from low-income, diverse, and state school-educated backgrounds to break into industries they’ve historically been excluded from. We champion those already in work, helping them grow, upskill, and thrive.
Our programmes are inclusive and open to people at different stages of life and career. If you’re ready to show up and put in the work, you’re in the right place.
Depending on the level and employer requirements, our programmes are open to:
- School leavers aged 16+ (we’ll guide you if the role requires 18+)
- Career changers
- Jobseekers
- Current employees looking to upskill
To be eligible, you must:
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Have lived in the UK or EEA for the past 3 years
- Be in a role where you can apply your learning (we can help you find one)
- Not already hold a qualification in the same subject
- Not be studying another government-funded qualification
Your training is fully funded, and you’ll earn a salary while gaining real experience in a full-time role.
- We work with employers who value character, curiosity, and commitment not just CVs.
- We unlock potential so everyone has the chance to thrive.
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Key Insights
Who
Ideal for individuals who are trusted guides and natural supporters.
Career Progression
Completion unlocks roles such as:
Lead Mentor • Coaching Specialist
