Interested in being a mentor or mentee?
Posted on Friday 1 May 2026
How do I get involved in mentoring?
The University staff mentoring scheme is open for applications Tuesday 5 to Friday 29 May 2026. This is for mentoring relationships running from July to December 2026.
What is the purpose of the mentoring scheme?
To provide a mentoring provision throughout the University of York, where staff can be matched with more experienced staff (ie, in terms of grade, expertise in an area etc.) and benefit from their knowledge and experiences to support their development and reach their potential.
Why should I get involved in mentoring?
Mentoring provides numerous personal and professional benefits throughout all stages of your career.
Some examples:
- Establishes a supportive relationship for addressing professional challenges and long-term development objectives.
- Provides opportunity to consider multiple perspectives.
- Delivers guidance from a more experienced colleague.
- Facilitates confidential and objective discussions.
- Provides constructive feedback.
- Offers tailored support to your circumstances.
Please visit the Staff Mentoring webpages for further information on how the scheme works.
Applying to be a mentee
If you are interested in becoming a mentee, complete the application form and People and Organisational Development will be touch.
Mentee applications must be submitted by 5pm, Friday 29 May 2026.
Applying to be a mentor
If you are interested in becoming a mentor, complete the application form and People and Organisational Development will be in touch.
Applications for being a mentor remain open indefinitely.