Professional Standards

Professional standards, safeguarding and defined scope of practice are central to the provision of mentoring and programme support. This page sets out the key assurances that underpin all work undertaken.

Enhanced DBS and Insurance

Vetting

Protection

Compliance

Enhanced DBS (verified and kept up to date).

Public Liability Insurance in place for mentoring and associated activities.

Commitment to working within relevant UK safeguarding frameworks and statutory guidance.

Confidentiality, Data Protection and Boundaries

Information handled in line with data protection expectations and agreed information-sharing protocols.
Clear professional boundaries, including defined roles, communication channels and availability.
Transparent escalation routes where safeguarding concerns are identified.

Scope of Practice and Professional Development

Mentoring and programme provision – not therapy and not crisis intervention.

Work undertaken only where needs and context fit the defined scope of practice.

Commitment to reflective practice, supervision and ongoing professional development to maintain and extend good practice.