What is Mentorship?

Mentoring is a collaborative relationship between an individual and a more experienced colleague or peer. Its primary aim is to provide support for the individual’s knowledge, skill development, personal growth, and career advancement. A mentor is a more experienced peer who is happy to share their knowledge of healthcare finance to support you.

One key distinction is that mentoring relationships tend to be longer term than coaching arrangements. In a succession planning scenario, a regional finance director might be mentored by a group level counterpart over a lengthy period to develop a sound approach to dealing with the board, presenting to analysts and challenging budgets.

Mentoring relationships work best when they move beyond the directive approach of a senior colleague ‘telling it how it is’. An effective mentoring relationship is where there are learning opportunities for both participants, encouraging joint sharing and learning.

Read our Successful Relationship Guide here for further information.

Who is the programme for?

The Mentorship Programme is open to anyone eager to enhance their skills, expand their network, and achieve their aspirations with the help of a trusted mentor. We match participants at different stages of their professional journey, from students and early-career professionals to those looking to make a career change or advance further.

This programme runs in partnership with HFMA as a complimentary service to all full HFMA members, including bands 2 to 6 members and individuals employed by organisations holding a minimum of ONF Level 1 accreditation. Colleagues within these accredited organisations can access free mentoring, regardless of their HFMA membership status.

• Interested in becoming a Mentee – Find out more here
• Interested in becoming a Mentor- Find out more here

Why join the programme?

• Tailored guidance: Receive personalised advice and insights.
• Skill development: Learn practical tools to achieve your ambitions.
• Networking opportunities: Expand your professional connections.
• Confidence building: Gain the support you need to thrive in any environment.
• Access to training: Designed to provide practical guidance and insight to support your mentoring practice. Email: one.finance@nhs.net to find out more/book a place.