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 from 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 from 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 from 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 Amentum
"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