Resources for our online reading volunteers
Welcome to Chapter One! We are excited to welcome you to our community of online reading volunteers!
Part 1: Welcome and overview
A welcome message from our CEO, Emma Bell
An overview of the Chapter One online reading volunteer commitment
Signing up as a Chapter One online reading volunteer: FAQs
Online reading volunteer Code of Conduct
Part 2: The background check
- What is a DBS check? What is Digital ID? We know the safeguarding checks can be daunting but don’t worry, we have all your questions covered in our DBS Check FAQs.
- We also have our handy uCheck Digital ID verification detailed DBS Digital ID process guide and walkthrough
- For online reading volunteers supporting Scottish children, check out our PVG Check FAQs.
Part 3: Tips and tricks
- Tips from other volunteers on how to get the most out of your reading sessions
- Expect the unexpected: tips on navigating classroom life
- Strategies to support a less confident Chapter One pupil
Happy reading!
Questions? Please contact us at uksupport@chapterone.org.
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More resources
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Volunteer spotlight
Why I volunteer - Steve Brown, Unum
"Getting feedback from the teacher that your pupil wouldn't be spending this amount of time reading if it wasn't for the programme is very rewarding."Find out more
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Volunteer spotlight
Why I volunteer - Rochelle Bennie, Liberty Global
"There’s a real sense of achievement, both for her and for me, when we increase the reading level."Find out more
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Volunteer spotlight
Why I volunteer - Luisa Lamb, Clyde & Co
"Chapter One is a fabulous opportunity to support a child’s reading through an employer-supported volunteering model."Find out more
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Volunteer spotlight
Why I volunteer - Rob McBride from Jacobs
"My reading session is my favourite meeting of the week!"Find out more
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Volunteer spotlight
Why I volunteer - Patrick Kenworthy from GRAHAM Group
"I'm always beaming after a reading session because it's as much fun for me as it is for them."Find out more