PUBLICATIONS & RESOURCES
Knowledge from the field, made accessible
TAC Academy's publications and resources draw directly from TAC's research, programme experience, and the evidence base built through studies. We develop these resources so that practitioners, educators, and organisations beyond our direct programme partners can benefit from what we have learned.
All materials are developed and reviewed by the TAC Academy team. They are designed to be practically useful.
WorkWell Career Mentoring Guide
The WorkWell Career Mentoring Guide is TAC Academy's first practitioner publication. Powered by the National Youth Fund (NYF), and developed from the ground up to support mentors, practitioners, and educators working with youths across all stages of the career journey, it brings together the evidence, frameworks, and practical tools that have shaped TAC's approach to youth career guidance since 2015.
Grounded in the WorkWell Framework and the findings of Project Mentor Up! – TAC's two-year research study involving approximately 1,600 youths and 200 working professionals – the Guide offers a structured, evidence-informed companion for anyone supporting a young person through the world of work.
Published by TAC Academy, 2026
What's inside
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A clear conceptual foundation for career mentoring, including the WorkWell Framework's 3W taxonomy: Work Itself, Work Environment, and Work Rewards
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An accessible introduction to the 4S Career Lifecycle – Search, Secure, Start, and Sustain – and how to orient mentoring conversations to each stage
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Stage-by-stage mentoring playbooks with practical guidance, example conversations, and reflection prompts
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Quick-reference tools for mentors at every level of experience
Who is it for
The Guide is designed for practitioners, mentors, educators, or programme managers who play a role in guiding young people through career exploration, preparation, or transition – whether as a volunteer mentor, an ECG counsellor, a social service worker, or a corporate mentoring programme coordinator.
Download the Guide
Free to download. No registration required.
Utilise the Guide for your Training Needs
The Guide can be a useful resource for your organisation's training and professional development needs. Reach out to us to find out how the TAC Academy can help to customise bespoke training to support your needs.