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