Debate Mate Mentor

What You'll Do: 

 As a Debate Mate Mentor, you will be an integral part of our mission to deliver high-quality debating programmes to children aged 10-16 in schools in areas of educational disadvantage. You will play a key role in nurturing the next generation of critical thinkers and confident communicators, equipping them with essential skills to shape their academic and personal success. While doing so, you will develop your key employability skills, enhance your CV and build your network. 

 

Responsibilities:

Mentorship: Inspire and mentor students by serving as a positive role model. Cultivate a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students feel encouraged to express their thoughts and ideas confidently.

Programme Delivery: Facilitate engaging and interactive debate sessions that follow the Debate Mate curriculum. Guide students through various debate topics, teaching them effective argumentation, persuasive speaking, and teamwork.

Skill Development: Help students improve their critical thinking, research, and analytical skills. Encourage them to think critically about diverse issues and form well-rounded opinions.

Training and Development: Participate in comprehensive training sessions to enhance your mentoring and employability skills. 

Reporting & Monitoring: Keep track of students' progress and provide regular feedback on their development. Maintain accurate records of session attendance, student progress, and other relevant data required for programme evaluation and reporting.

 

Why You'll Love It: 
  • Make a real difference

    Our programmes are proven to help change the lives of young people around the world. Join us and make a real difference to the next generation!

  • Enhance your CV

    You don’t need any previous tutoring, teaching or debating experience to join! Become a mentor and you’ll develop key employability skills such as communication, leadership, and organisation – all things your future employer will love.

  • Flexibility around your schedule

    Juggling university, part-time work, hobbies, and a social life can be tricky. Luckily, at Debate Mate, we make it easy to fit around your schedule, so you can work as much or as little as you like.

  • Regular socials & mentor events

    Meet like-minded people at our social events and build your professional network at exclusive events such as our careers fair and corporate partner events. 

Summary
Volunteering
Mentor
Culture
Education
Poverty
Young People
City of London
Camden
Greenwich
Hackney
Hammersmith and Fulham
Islington
Kensington and Chelsea
Lambeth
Lewisham
Southwark
Tower Hamlets
Barking and Dagenham
Barnet
Brent
Ealing
Enfield
Haringey
Harrow
Hounslow
Newham
London-wide
14 Weeks Minimum
1 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Active listening
Building relationships and influencing
Emotional intelligence
Organisation
Requirements: 
DBS check
In-Person Interview
Training

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