Mentoring Responsibilities and Legal Considerations

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a mentor?

• Giving them the solutions

• Helping mentees set and achieve goals

• Challenging the mentee in a supportive way

• Encouraging reflective practice

What legal and ethical considerations should a mentor keep in mind when working with a mentee?

A mentee discloses a safeguarding concern during a session. What steps should the mentor take in line with legal and ethical requirements?

Under GDPR, which of the following is required when storing personal information?

• Keeping all records indefinitely

• Encrypting or securely locking digital and physical records

• Sharing information with anyone who requests it

• Avoiding documenting sensitive issues

What is the primary purpose of a mentoring contract?

• To define the mentor’s authority over the mentee

• To outline the expectations, boundaries, and responsibilities of both parties

• To legally bind the mentee to the mentor for a set duration

• To ensure the mentee follows all mentor suggestions

Why is it important to assess starting points at the beginning of the mentoring process?

• To determine the mentor’s preferred approach

• To establish a baseline for progress and set realistic goals

• To prioritise the mentor’s objectives

• To ensure quick results

Name three essential elements to include in a mentoring contract.

During the first session, the mentee is unsure about what they want to achieve. How would you help establish a mentoring contract in this situation?

What methods can you use to assess a mentee’s starting point?

A mentee is reluctant to set specific goals during your first meeting. How would you address this to agree on outcomes for the mentoring process?