Who we're looking for

Who we're looking for

Andrea and Brandon

"It's an amazing change in a very short time - I can't believe the impact it's had."

Meet Chance UK mentor Andrea, and her mentee Brandon. They have a great relationship, and Brandon has made some fantastic changes in their time together.

Find out more by watching their short film.

Catherine 

We are looking for volunteers who have a genuine interest in mentoring children. No particular background or experience is required; however, successful applicants will possess the following qualities:

> a clear, sensitive and friendly style of communication;
> an ability to get on well with children;
> able to set ground rules and ensure they are stuck to;
> a sense of responsibility and common sense;
> excellent listening skills and patience;
> warmth, enthusiasm and a sense of humour;
> reliability, self-motivation and tenacity.

Many of the children we work with are quite challenging and physically active, so while experience of working with children and an active lifestyle are not essential, they definitely help!

To become a Chance UK mentor, you need to be able to commit to meeting the child once a week for a year. So consider whether you are planning to go travelling, get a promotion that means you have to work longer hours or just whether you can fit it around any other commitments you may have.

Our mentors also need to be available for monthly supervision sessions with a member of Chance UK staff at our offices. These last for an hour, and provide mentors with support and ideas that enhance the effectiveness of the mentoring relationship.

If that all sounds good, then apply to be a mentor.