How to apply

Our application process

We’ve made it as easy as possible to apply. Read through all of the information about volunteering as a mentor with us, which is also available to download in a handy pack, then fill in the online application form.

We'll contact you to let you know whether or not your application has been successful and if we would like you to come for an interview with us. There is a full outline of the volunteer selection process below.

Applying to be a volunteer – a step-by-step guide

How it works

1. Fill out the form and send it to us
2. We review your application
3. You’ll come for a 2 hour interview with our caseworkers
4. You will attend a weekend training course with other trainee volunteers to learn more about mentoring
5. You provide 3 references for us to follow up, and we carry out an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check
6. Once these have been approved, we'll do a home visit which is the final stage of assessment
7. Once you have been accepted, we will look at matching you up with a child.