Define the goal
Turn a broad intention into an outcome the learner can understand and influence.
Coaching support
Coaching for Young People
Help a young person choose a goal, break it into manageable tasks and check their progress.
Adult-managed enquiry · fit, format and availability confirmed first
Goal · action · evidence
GoalMake it specific
ActionChoose the next task
EvidenceShow what changed
When coaching helps
When coaching can help
Coaching is most useful when the learner already has something they want to complete, improve or prepare for—but needs structure to move forward.
Break down the work
Choose a small action, sensible review point and the support needed to begin.
Use feedback
Review what happened, identify the obstacle and adjust the next action.
Keep examples of your work
Record decisions, work completed, feedback and reflection for later use.
Coaching supports action—it does not manufacture motivation or guarantee an outcome.The goal, learner’s circumstances, available practitioner and responsible adult arrangements are reviewed before support is offered.
Choose your support
Coaching or mentoring?
The clearest distinction is whether the young person needs an action plan or wider perspective.
Choose coaching when
Coaching: work towards a goal
- One goal is already visible
- The goal needs breaking into steps
- Feedback or accountability would help
- Progress needs turning into evidence
Choose mentoring when
Mentoring: talk through your options
- The direction is still unclear
- Options need talking through
- Confidence or identity is part of the question
- The first test has not been chosen
Your coaching plan
Create a coaching plan
The tool organises broad information only. It does not enrol anyone, select a practitioner or promise a particular coaching format.
YOUR COACHING PLAN
Choose one action to start
Use coaching to define the finish point, choose the smallest useful action and agree how progress will be reviewed.
- Describe what “finished” should look like.
- Choose one action that fits the available practice time.
- Decide what evidence will show the action happened.
Your progress
Track your progress
Keep a draft, feedback note or example of completed work. It helps you see what has improved and what to work on next.
Use evidence in Interview Success1
GoalDefine the finish point
2
ActionComplete the next task
3
FeedbackNotice what changed
4
EvidenceKeep the result and reflection
Course or project
Turn a lesson or idea into a defined task with a finish point.
Explore Starz AcademyWork experience
Prepare an approach, complete the experience and reflect on what was learned.
Plan work experienceCV and interview
Convert an action into a specific example the learner can explain.
Build a first CVEligible evidence
Organise suitable work where a confirmed AQA UAS route has been offered.
Understand accreditationAsk about support
Ask about coaching
An adult can ask about coaching without making a booking. We will check the support needed and confirm the coach, session times and full cost before you decide.
- No commitment until the full offer is clear
- Adult contact details only
- Mentoring can be suggested if direction is the real need
Before enquiring
Coaching questions
Understand fit, goals, progress updates and safeguarding before deciding whether to enquire.
Compare mentoringWhat is the difference between coaching and mentoring?
Coaching starts with a defined goal and turns it into actions, review points and useful evidence. Mentoring provides wider perspective when a young person is exploring choices, confidence or direction. Nu FOCUS can help the supporting adult decide which route fits the immediate need.
What kind of goal can coaching support?
A goal might involve completing a practical project, preparing for work experience, improving a presentation, building a routine, developing a business idea or creating evidence for a CV or interview. It must be realistic, appropriate and safe for the learner and setting.
Does coaching guarantee a particular result?
No. Coaching can provide structure, questions, feedback and accountability, but progress still depends on participation, circumstances and the actions completed between reviews. No job, placement, business result, certificate or personal outcome is guaranteed.
How often does coaching happen?
Frequency, duration, delivery method, practitioner availability and price are confirmed only after the adult’s brief has been reviewed. The action time selected in the page tool describes the learner’s available practice time, not a promised session schedule.
Will a parent, carer or professional receive an update?
The responsible adult’s role and any appropriate progress update are agreed before support starts. Any recording, written report or contact between sessions must be specifically confirmed and must respect the young person’s privacy and safeguarding arrangements.
Can coaching contribute to a portfolio or AQA UAS evidence?
Coaching can help a learner plan tasks, organise suitable evidence and reflect on progress. Certification is separate and is available only where Nu FOCUS has offered an eligible project against a suitable validated unit and all stated evidence requirements are completed.
Start with one goal
Choose your first coaching goal
Complete the plan and keep a copy. Send it to us when you are ready to ask about coaching.