Volunteer with YLN
Give a few hours and change a young person's direction. Tutors, mentors and helpers are the reason our Saturday sessions work.
Ways to help
Choose the role that fits your skills and time. Every one makes a direct difference.
Tutoring Assistant
Saturday afternoons, 2pm – 5pm
Support small groups of young people during Saturday sessions alongside our lead tutors.
Mentor
Fortnightly, flexible
Build a trusted relationship with a young person, helping them set goals and grow in confidence.
Events & Admin Support
Ad hoc, remote or on-site
Help with registrations, safeguarding paperwork, event logistics and session setup.
Fundraising & Communications
A few hours a month
Champion YLN online, help run fundraising activities and connect us with local businesses.
How onboarding works
A clear, supportive journey from application to your first session.
- 1
Apply
Complete the short application below. It takes about five minutes.
- 2
Informal chat
We arrange a friendly conversation to get to know you and answer questions.
- 3
References & DBS
We take up two references and support you through an enhanced DBS check.
- 4
Induction & training
A practical induction covering our programme, policies and child protection.
- 5
Ongoing support
You join a supported team with a named coordinator and regular check-ins.
Safeguarding comes first
- Every volunteer completes an enhanced DBS check before working with children.
- All volunteers complete our child protection induction and sign the safeguarding policy.
- Volunteers always work in sight of a lead tutor or staff member - never alone with a child.
- A named Designated Safeguarding Lead is present at every session.
- Ongoing supervision, training and clear routes to raise any concern.