{"id":112,"date":"2024-07-30T10:38:12","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T09:38:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/wblmentors\/?page_id=112"},"modified":"2024-07-30T10:38:13","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T09:38:13","slug":"resources-for-workplace-mentors","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/wblmentors\/resources-for-workplace-mentors\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/wblmentors\/resources-for-workplace-mentors\/#Resources_for_apprenticeship_mentors_a_quick_guide\" >Resources for apprenticeship mentors: a quick guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/wblmentors\/resources-for-workplace-mentors\/#The_Quality_Assurance_Agency_for_Higher_Education_QAA\" >The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/wblmentors\/resources-for-workplace-mentors\/#Institute_for_Apprenticeships_and_Technical_Education_IfATE\" >Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/wblmentors\/resources-for-workplace-mentors\/#Skills_Development_Scotland_SDS\" >Skills Development Scotland\u00a0(SDS)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/wblmentors\/resources-for-workplace-mentors\/#The_QAA_review_of_degree_apprenticeships_in_Wales_pdf\" >The QAA review of degree apprenticeships in Wales (pdf)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-block wp-block-post-title block-editor-block-list__block editor-post-title editor-post-title__input rich-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Resources_for_apprenticeship_mentors_a_quick_guide\"><\/span>Resources for apprenticeship mentors: <strong>a quick guide<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a mentor, you play a crucial role in supporting the next generation of professionals. To help you succeed in this important role, here&#8217;s a summary of key resources and guidance available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Quality_Assurance_Agency_for_Higher_Education_QAA\"><\/span>The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.qaa.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">QAA<\/a>)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Offers a comprehensive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.membershipresources.qaa.ac.uk\/teaching-learning-and-assessment\/work-based-learning-and-apprenticeships\/higher-education-apprenticeships-toolkit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Higher Education Apprenticeships Toolkit<\/a>. The toolkit highlights the importance of mentor training, suggesting that providers should offer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Induction sessions for mentors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Training in coaching and mentoring techniques<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insights into workplace learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overview of programme structure and assessment methods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support from provider tutors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quality assurance measures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Institute_for_Apprenticeships_and_Technical_Education_IfATE\"><\/span>Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instituteforapprenticeships.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IfATE<\/a>)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instituteforapprenticeships.org\/raising-the-standard-best-practice-guidance\/the-induction-to-the-apprenticeship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IfATE guidance<\/a> provides useful insights for mentors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Emphasises the importance of apprentices having access to a named workplace mentor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages mentors to communicate with training providers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suggests mentors help apprentices prepare for exams, coursework, and end-point assessments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommends mentor participation in review meetings to understand apprentice progress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skills_Development_Scotland_SDS\"><\/span>Skills Development Scotland\u00a0(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SDS<\/a>)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rise.articulate.com\/share\/696ChgVuwXHywlBj4m7EkngRTz6cv1kT#\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SDS&#8217; Graduate Apprenticeship: Employer Welcome Pack<\/a> provides useful guidance that is relevant for mentors and employers involved in apprenticeships:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offer new employees a &#8216;buddy&#8217; during induction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rise.articulate.com\/share\/696ChgVuwXHywlBj4m7EkngRTz6cv1kT#\/lessons\/0bzJhWnCkgvbKFLAFF02kW-zHdJpU_1H\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Support your mentors<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_QAA_review_of_degree_apprenticeships_in_Wales_pdf\"><\/span>The QAA review of degree apprenticeships in Wales (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.qaa.ac.uk\/docs\/qaa\/guidance\/review-of-degree-apprenticeships-in-wales---overview-report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pdf<\/a>)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">highlighted best practices for mentor support:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complementary mentoring and coaching courses for supervisors and managers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Production of Employer Mentor and Line Manager Guides<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Formal induction programmes for mentors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Development of mentorship tools to clarify roles and responsibilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a mentor, you\u2019re a key factor in your apprentice&#8217;s success. By staying informed and utilising these resources, you can provide the best possible support to your apprentices, helping them to thrive in their roles and contribute to a more diverse and skilled workforce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more detailed information, be sure to check the official websites of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qaa.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">QAA<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instituteforapprenticeships.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IfATE<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SDS<\/a>, and your local apprenticeship authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Resources for apprenticeship mentors: a quick guide As a mentor, you play a crucial role in supporting the next generation of professionals. 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