BECOMING A MENTOR
BECOMING
A MENTOR
BECOMING A MENTOR
Being a ‘Big Brother’ or ‘Big Sister’ is simple. All you have to do is be a friend to one of our fun-loving kids. You and your ‘Little Brother’ or ‘Little Sister’ can do things that you already enjoy doing, such as:
– Kicking a ball around
– Taking a walk on the beach
– Playing a board game
– Hanging out, eating and talking
– Going to the movies
Being a ‘Big Brother’ or ‘Big Sister’ is simple. All you have to do is be a friend to one of our fun-loving kids. You and your ‘Little Brother’ or ‘Little Sister’ can do things that you already enjoy doing, such as:
– Kicking a ball around
– Taking a walk on the beach
– Playing a board game
– Hanging out, eating and talking
– Going to the movies
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Enquiry – fill out the form below so we have your details
Pre-application – one of our friendly team will be in touch to complete a pre-application assessment and get to know you a little bit more.
Application – we’ll give you a full application pack, where you’ll need to provide three references and complete a police vetting form.
Interview – you’ll meet our Programme Manager for an in-person interview that takes about an hour, where we’ll talk all about you, your interests and what you’d like to do with a mentee. This will help us match you with the right mentee.
Training – you’ll attend a four-hour training course that covers everything about the mentoring process, tips, and tricks for any challenges you might encounter, and health and safety.
Matching – once a child has been identified that we think would be a good match for you, we’ll get in touch to arrange your first meeting.
Once you’re matched – you will have monthly catch-ups with your mentoring coordinator, as well as ongoing support any time you need it, as you develop your relationship with the young person you’re matched with.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Enquiry – fill out the form below so we have your details
Pre-application – one of our friendly team will be in touch to complete a pre-application assessment and get to know you a little bit more.
Application – we’ll give you a full application pack, where you’ll need to provide three references and complete a police vetting form.
Interview – you’ll meet our Programme Manager for an in-person interview that takes about an hour, where we’ll talk all about you, your interests and what you’d like to do with a mentee. This will help us match you with the right mentee.
Training – you’ll attend a four-hour training course that covers everything about the mentoring process, tips, and tricks for any challenges you might encounter, and health and safety.
Matching – once a child has been identified that we think would be a good match for you, we’ll get in touch to arrange your first meeting.
Once you’re matched – you will have monthly catch-ups with your mentoring coordinator, as well as ongoing support any time you need it, as you develop your relationship with the young person you’re matched with.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
We accept mentors of any age, any background, and from
any suburb in Auckland. You don’t need to have lots of
experience with children, just an open mind, willingness to
learn and a desire to be a role model. You’ll need to have
a clean police record, a full driver licence, an hour a week
to spare and the ability to commit for a full year of weekly
visits. You’ll also need to pass our interview and
assessment process.
FINDING YOUR MATCH
Big Brothers Big Sisters matches mentors and mentees
based on personality, interests, location and the needs of
both the mentee and mentor. This process can take time
because we want to make sure you get the right person.
We will be in regular contact to keep you updated on the
process.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
We accept mentors of any age, any background, and from any suburb in Auckland. You don’t need to have lots of experience with children, just an open mind, willingness to learn and a desire to be a role model. You’ll need to have a clean police record, a full driver licence, an hour a week to spare and the ability to commit for a full year of weekly visits. You’ll also need to pass our interview and assessment process.
FINDING YOUR MATCH
Big Brothers Big Sisters matches mentors and mentees based on personality, interests, location and the needs of both the mentee and mentor. This process can take time because we want to make sure you get the right person. We will be in regular contact to keep you updated on the process.
