Role Purpose
The Youth & Mentoring Facilitator plays a vital frontline role in delivering high-quality programmes that support girls and young women aged 8–22 to develop the skills, behaviours and confidence
needed to navigate key life stages successfully.
This is not a delivery-only role. You will be a trusted adult, role model, and development
practitioner.
You will be responsible for:
- Delivering engaging and structured sessions
- Supporting meaningful development in young people
- Observing and responding to group dynamics and individual needs
- Contributing to evidence of impact
At BelEve, we focus on what truly supports long-term success — including emotional resilience, independence, communication, relationships and future direction.
Key Responsibilities
1. Programme Delivery
- Deliver BelEve programmes across schools and community settings (including BEAM, BeEmpowered, LeadHerShip and mentoring programmes)
- Plan and deliver sessions that are:
Structured and purposeful
Engaging and inclusive
Designed to support real development (not just participation)
Adapt delivery to age groups (8–22), different learning needs and group dynamics
Use facilitation techniques that encourage participation, reflection and voice
2. Mentoring & Development Support
- Facilitate group mentoring sessions and contribute to 1:1 mentoring where required
- Support young people to set goals, build confidence and navigate challenges in school, relationships and future planning
- Build strong, trusting relationships while maintaining professional boundaries
3. Observation, Reflection & Contribution to Impact
- Observe and respond to behaviour, engagement and participation
- Complete required session records, reflections and feedback tools
- Contribute to understanding how young people are developing over time
- Identify needs, risks and progress, sharing insights with programme leads
4. Safeguarding, Inclusion & Safe Practice
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding and child protection at all times
- Create inclusive environments where all young people feel safe, valued and able to participate
- Respond appropriately to concerns and follow safeguarding procedures
5. Partnership & Professional Conduct
- Represent BelEve professionally in all external settings
- Build positive relationships with schools, community partners and stakeholders
- Communicate effectively and reliably with the BelEve team
6. Continuous Learning & Development
- Attend training, briefings and team development sessions
- Reflect on your own practice and actively improve your facilitation
- Engage with feedback and implement improvements
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience delivering sessions, workshops, mentoring or youth programmes
- Confidence facilitating groups of young people (ages 8–22)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build rapport quickly, manage group dynamics and adapt in the moment
- Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
- Commitment to equity, inclusion and working with diverse communities
- Reliable, organised and accountable
Desirable
- Experience working with girls and young women
- Understanding of youth development approaches such as Positive Youth Development
- Experience supporting young people with social, emotional or behavioural needs
- Experience in mentoring (group or 1:1)
- Digital facilitation experience
What Success Looks Like
Young people:
- Feel heard, supported and challenged
- Can express themselves more confidently
- Show signs of growth in how they think, behave and engage
Sessions are:
- Well-structured, engaging and purposeful
- You can clearly reflect on what happened in the session, how young people responded, and what may have shifted or developed.
Safeguarding Statement
BelEve is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate safeguarding training.
Why Join BelEve?
- Be part of an organisation shaping the next generation of female leaders
- Deliver work that goes beyond activity —creating real, lasting impact
- Access ongoing training and development
- Join a supportive and purpose-driven team
