Mentors
Sign up here to join our team of over 2,500 medical student and doctor volunteers from across the UK supporting students from widening participation backgrounds with their journey into medical school.
Becoming a Mentor with In2MedSchool Mentorship programme is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a young person's future. As a Mentor, you will work 1-to-1 with an aspiring medical student, guiding them throughout the application process.
Since our charity was formed in 2020, we have already grown into a network of over 4,000 medical students and doctors who volunteer as Mentors across the UK, all passionate about Widening Participation (WP) in medical school for students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Your role as a Mentor will allow you to give back, share your experiences and play an essential part in helping a young student navigating the medical school application process. Your advice and support can truly make a difference!
Joining our Mentorship programme is simple and impactful!
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Apply Online: Fill out the application form linked at the 'Become a Mentor Now!' button above.
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Safeguarding Check: Once your application is accepted, you will receive instructions for submitting our Safeguarding Form from your local Regional Head. This will include:
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Agreement to our Mentor Code of Conduct
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Completion of our in-house online Children Safeguarding module
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Submission of satisfactory enhanced criminal record check
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Matching: Once you have completed all safeguarding checks, your local Regional Head will work to pair you with a local Mentee. This process can take up to 3 weeks, depending on demand and our Regional Head's availability.
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First Meeting: After being matched, you and your new Mentee will both need to complete our Mentorship Induction package that outlines each of your role's benefits and responsibilities. Once complete, you will then schedule your first virtual meeting (e.g. Teams, Zoom) at a convenient time. It is your responsibility as a Mentor to record all meetings and upload them via our Meeting Tracking Form.
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Regular Meetings: You will meet your Mentee regularly, at least once per half-term (i.e. during school holidays) or more frequently, subject to agreement from both parties. All meetings must be recorded and uploaded to the Meeting Tracking Form.
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Stay Engaged: You will continue mentoring until your Mentee completed their journey to higher education or decided not to pursue Medicine. Throughout the programme, you will be supported by our dedicated regional and national teams.
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To become a Mentor, you must meet the following criteria:
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Be a current medical student or practicing doctor practicing in the UK*.
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Have a genuine passion for supporting students from Widening Participation backgrounds.
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Be willing to offer advice and guidance to an aspiring medic.
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Be able to provide evidence of a satisfactory enhanced criminal record check (or be willing to apply for one via ourselves, free of charge).
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Complete our mandatory safeguarding and induction checks before your first Mentorship session.
*If you have not completed A-levels (or equivalent) education in the UK, you can still apply but we expect you to have a general understanding of the school system.-
Being a Mentor is a rewarding experience, but it comes with responsibilities designed to ensure a successful experience for both you and your Mentee:
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Engage: You’ll need to meet virtually with your Mentee at least once per half-term (i.e. during school holidays). Regular check-ins ensure you’re both on track and your Mentee feels supported.
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Be Professional: Use only your university or professional email address to communicate with your Mentee. Never exchange social media information or mobile numbers.
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Stay Safe: All meetings must be held virtually (e.g. Zoom or Teams), recorded and uploaded to our Meeting Tracking Form for safeguarding purposes.
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Tailored Support: Adapt your meetings to suit your Mentee’s needs. Whether that is general advice, UCAT preparation, personal statement reviews or mock interviews, your role is to offer guidance tailored to where they need the most support. If there are areas where you are not as confident, you should make use of our dedicated teams' support - Academia/Resources and Events, for example.
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As a Mentor, you’ll have the opportunity to make a profound difference in a young person's life while gaining invaluable experience for yourself. Here’s what you can expect:
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Make a Lasting Impact: Help shape the next generation of medical professionals by supporting students who might not otherwise have access to this guidance.
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Develop Your Own Skills: Mentoring helps you reflect on your achievements and share your experiences, building essential skills like communication and teaching. These are great assets for junior doctor job applications and leadership roles.
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Expand Your Portfolio: Use your mentoring experience as evidence for applications to educational positions, such as the Associate Fellowship to Higher Education Academy (AFHEA) or Membership to the Academy of Medical Educators (MAcadMEd).
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Join the Community: You’ll be invited to participate in In2MedSchool events as a speaker, workshop leader, or chair, further expanding your influence and involvement within our charity.
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At In2MedSchool, the safety of both Mentees and Mentors is paramount. All Mentors must:
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Agree to and adhere to our Code of Conduct.
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Complete the required Children Safeguarding training module.
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Provide an enhanced criminal record check or be willing to apply for one via ourselves (free of charge).
Our safeguarding process includes clear guidelines to ensure safe, professional communication. All interactions must take place through approved platforms and personal contact details such as social media and mobile numbers must not be shared. Our safeguarding team is always available to support you and ensure a safe, enriching experience.
AccessNI policies:
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Our AccessNI policy statement can be found here
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Our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders can be found here
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You can see AccessNI's Code of Practice here
Your first point of contact for questions or feedback relating to your Mentorship experience should be your local Regional Head.
Other useful contacts:
Heynes Brown, Director of Mentorship
Liam Lennox, Director of Welfare
Brian Wang, Designated Safeguarding Officer
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Mentor Testimonials
Caitlyn
"We need to give more opportunities to those with WP circumstances, and being part of In2MedSchool is a great way to help. Being able to assist an aspiring, capable medical student is really fulfilling, and I encourage others to sign up!"
- Caitlyn, Year 2 Medicine, University of Edinburgh
Emily
"Was wonderful to know I am making a difference to these students and en really make sure they have the best shot at getting into medical school. It is such a daunting process and you can see how much these events make a difference to them - especially with interview help!"
- Emily, Year 2 Medicine, University of Southampton
Isabelle
"Looking back at my medical school application journey, I am forever grateful for the people who have supported and assisted me. Being able to share my experiences and knowledge whilst making a difference in the lives of others is such a joy and blessing."
- Isabelle, Year 1 Medicine, University of Glasgow
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