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Second Chance Pathways CIC

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Get Involved

Whether you want to volunteer your time, partner with us, or join our team — there's a place for you at Second Chance Pathways.

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Volunteer

Volunteer

Give your time. Change a life.

Our volunteers are at the heart of what we do. From one-to-one mentoring to helping out in our kitchen, every hour you give makes a real and direct difference to the people we support.

We ask for a minimum commitment of four hours per month and provide full training, ongoing support, and regular check-ins. Many of our volunteers tell us it's one of the most rewarding things they've ever done.

Volunteer roles

Mentor — Provide one-to-one support and encouragement to someone rebuilding their life — meeting regularly to help with goals, confidence, and practical challenges.
Skills trainer — Share your professional expertise — whether that's construction, IT, catering, or another trade — to help people gain real, employable skills.
Driver — Help transport clients to appointments, training sessions, or housing viewings — a practical role that makes a huge difference.
Admin support — Help our team with day-to-day admin, data entry, communications, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.
Kitchen helper — Support our weekly drop-in sessions by helping prepare and serve hot meals to people who need them.
Fundraising — Help us raise the funds that keep our services running — from organising events to writing grant applications.
Become a volunteer

Partner with us

Work with an organisation that makes a difference.

We work with a wide range of organisations across Greater Manchester — from employers and colleges to housing associations, health services, and community groups. Our partnerships are built on shared values and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for the people we serve.

Whether you're looking to fulfil a CSR commitment, diversify your workforce, or simply do something meaningful in your community — we'd love to talk.

Partnership types

EmployersJoin our fair-chance employer network and commit to inclusive hiring. We'll support you through the process and provide ongoing in-work support for any staff you take on.
Colleges & training providersPartner with us to deliver accredited qualifications and funded training routes to our clients — in the community and inside prison.
Housing associationsWork with us to source accommodation for people leaving prison or facing homelessness, and to support tenancy sustainment.
Health organisationsHelp us ensure our clients can access the NHS services, mental health support, and specialist care they need.
Community groupsCollaborate on events, referrals, and shared projects that strengthen the wider support network across Greater Manchester.
CSR programmesEngage your employees in meaningful volunteering, fundraising, or skills-sharing that directly supports people rebuilding their lives.
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Join our team

Join our team

Build a career that means something.

We're always looking for passionate, skilled people to join our team. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of the justice system, homelessness, or long-term unemployment — because that experience is genuinely valued here.

We keep a register of interest even when we have no live vacancies. If you'd like to be considered for future roles, send us your details and we'll be in touch when something suitable comes up.

Recruitment areas

Housing workersEmployment advisorsEducation coachesMental health workersOutreach workersFundraising & developmentPeer mentors (lived experience)Admin & operations

No live vacancies right now? We keep a register of interest and will contact you when a suitable role comes up. Fill in the form below and select 'Join our team'.

Register your interest

Get in touch

Get in touch

Tell us how you'd like to get involved and we'll come back to you within two working days.

What happens next?

  1. 1

    We'll read your message and reply within two working days.

  2. 2

    If you're interested in volunteering or joining the team, we'll invite you for an informal conversation — no formal interview, just a chat.

  3. 3

    For partnership enquiries, we'll set up a call to explore how we can work together.

Or reach us directly

0161 515 009

Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm

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