The Wise Group

The Relational Mentoring Programme, delivered by The Wise Group, offers 1-to-1 mentoring for economically inactive individuals in Sunderland aged 16+. The programme supports those with a genuine intention to progress into education, training, or employment within the next 12 months.

Support Includes:

  • Personalised 1:1 Mentoring to build confidence and overcome barriers
  • Accredited Functional Skills  (Maths, English, Employability) 1:1 and small group tutoring
  • Access to funded training and qualifications
  • Accredited Employability courses
  • Tailored support with job search, CV’s & applications, interview preparation and in-work support
  • Help from specialist partners for wellbeing, financial advice, and fuel poverty
  • Signposting to local community services
  • Access to funded counselling (available on a case-by-case basis)

 Eligibility:

  • Aged 16+
  • Living in Sunderland
  • Economically inactive (not in paid work or job-seeking)
  • Motivated to progress into education, training, or employment

Referrals:

  • Clicking the referral form here