Judicial Reverse Mentoring Scheme 2026

The Mentor role on this scheme is open to currently practising Legal Professionals from underrepresented backgrounds who are 10 years or fewer post qualification/call. This includes: - individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds - women - individuals with disabilities - members of the LGBTQ+ community - and those from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The scheme is aimed at those who would like to take part in making a positive impact on the judiciary by fostering a greater understanding of the experience of those from underrepresented groups in accessing a career in law and in the judiciary. The scheme also enables you the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of the judiciary.

You will be expected to:
•   Be conscientious in your approach to the arrangement, keep to agreed meeting times as far as possible, and commit to completing the six sessions by the end of the programme.
•   Take the lead in discussions to support your mentee’s understanding of the experience of underrepresented group(s) in the legal profession.
•   Share your experiences and perceptions honestly and openly, treating anything discussed in confidence (your mentee will be expected to do the same).
•   Deal tactfully and respectfully with any issues that are raised.
•   Be open minded about what you can learn from the experience and engage with reflection at the end of the process.

The deadline for applications is midnight on Tuesday 24 March 2026.

If you have any queries, concerns or issues, please contact JudicialReverseMentoring@judiciary.uk
Following submission of an application, should you wish to withdraw as a mentor, please inform the Judicial Diversity and Inclusion Team on the email above at the earliest possible.

When

April 12th, 2026 12:00 AM to December 4th, 2026 12:00 AM