Talk it through with IAF mentors

Our flagship Talk mentoring initiative has supported hundreds of young people to overcome personal barriers through a person-centred 10 step plan. IAF Mentors, rooted in the local community, provide holistic 1-2-1 support to build confidence and help young people improve their employability and life skills. Whether you want to meet in person or virtually, IAF will be here to support you.

Employment coaching

IAF Mentors to provide intensive and bespoke employment skills and job search support to young people aged 16-25 who are not in employment, education or training. Our hands-on approach will support you to write a CV, search and apply for jobs, and prepare for interviews/employment/education.

Some funding is also available to access non-statutory training, support and equipment to help you move towards work feeling prepared, confident and excited for your new role.

Work experience and Volunteering support

The IAF team work closely with local job agencies, alternative providers, local charities and their own business supporters to create opportunities for work experience and volunteering. If you're unsure of what you want to do and are keen to experience work in a new industry/company, placements and volunteering can help you make an informed decision about your career path and build talking points into your CV.

Reach out to our mentoring team to connect with opportunities and learn more.

In-work support

IAF continues to support young people in work where needed: helping them solve problems that arise, giving budgeting and benefits guidance, helping purchase uniforms where needed, and helping them to access and fund childcare.

Business and community engagement is encouraged throughout all IAF activities and many of our business supporters are involved with our training courses.

Support during times of crisis

IAF provides support and guidance to young people, helping them to overcome and address any barriers to progression. Depending on the needs and wishes of the young person this bespoke mentoring support option is provided either in an informal setting or via more formal mentoring support sessions.

IAF mentors help young people to manage any issues and barriers they have so that they are in a positive mental position to move forward in their lives. We also provide practical-based support such as help to access local hostels or food banks, support for those engaging in addiction programmes, and finding childcare solutions etc.

Before young people can focus on finding work, we ensure they are safe, sheltered, fed, clothed, and free from addiction.

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: Why Mentoring?

1-2-1 personalised advice when and where you need it

Build confidence and communication skills as you connect with our life skills sessions

Help to navigate support systems like benefits, housing, addiction services and more

Improve your employability with CV, interview, volunteering and work placement support

Professional advocacy from IAG level 3 mentors and a Level 6 careers advisor

Talk it through with IAF mentors

: Why Mentoring?

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