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MedReach Mentoring (AAA 24-25)
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Access All Areas - Manchester MedReach E-mentoring
Activity type: Education, Mentoring, Befriending and Buddying, Teaching, Training and Coaching, Youth Work and Young People
Sub theme: Education, Science and Technology, Youth Work and Young People
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: A group of health school students who offer tailored e-mentoring offering structured help to college students applying to Medicine and other health subjects.
Description of role: As a mentor with MedReach, you will play a vital role in supporting sixth form students from underrepresented backgrounds who are interested in pursuing careers in medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy. Your main responsibility will be to provide 1:1 guidance and support through our online messaging platform, helping students navigate the application process and overcome any challenges they may face.
Your duties will include:
- Offering advice on personal statements, admissions tests, and interviews
- Sharing your experiences and knowledge about your chosen career path
- Helping students build confidence and develop essential skills for their applications
- Encouraging and motivating students to stay committed to their goals
In addition to online mentoring, there will be opportunities to get involved in in-person events, including acting as examiners for mock MMIs (Multiple Mini Interviews) and visiting schools to provide guidance and share your experiences directly with students.
This role is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of aspiring healthcare professionals from disadvantaged backgrounds, helping to promote greater diversity and representation within these fields.
Your duties will include:
- Offering advice on personal statements, admissions tests, and interviews
- Sharing your experiences and knowledge about your chosen career path
- Helping students build confidence and develop essential skills for their applications
- Encouraging and motivating students to stay committed to their goals
In addition to online mentoring, there will be opportunities to get involved in in-person events, including acting as examiners for mock MMIs (Multiple Mini Interviews) and visiting schools to provide guidance and share your experiences directly with students.
This role is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of aspiring healthcare professionals from disadvantaged backgrounds, helping to promote greater diversity and representation within these fields.
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Leadership, Team Working, Written Communication Skills
Are volunteer expenses available?: No
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Opportunity times: Monday AM, Monday PM, Monday Evening, Tuesday AM, Tuesday PM, Tuesday Evening, Wednesday AM, Wednesday PM, Wednesday Evening, Thursday AM, Thursday PM, Thursday Evening, Friday AM, Friday PM, Friday Evening, Saturday AM, Saturday PM, Saturday Evening, Sunday AM, Sunday PM, Sunday Evening
DBS required: On
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 1 hour a week
Location:
University of Manchester Students' Union
Manchester
M139PR