Need some help with application form and wording!

[jofeb04]

Hiya,
I'm self employed, so have not filling in an application form for over 6years! It is only for voluntary work, but there are two questions that I am unsure on exactly what to write. I mean, I know what to write, but not how to word it!

Questions are:
Why are you interested in volunteering with young offenders?
My simple sentance would be (talking aloud) that I would like to help and support these young people to turn away from their crimes etc.

What experience/skills do you have which would help you work with young people?
Again, my sentance would be: I'm patient but not walked over (iykwim). I'm friendly, trusting etc.

Please help!

Thanks

[milward]

would write it as you would say it

[jofeb04]

Thanks Milward

[milward]

what you've written comes across clearly & sounds good. Good luck & best wishes with this

[LIZS]

Help them realise that opportunities exist relevant to them which could help them make alternative choices to crime.

You need to be specific with backing up your character traits I think. Patient but firm and consistent, outgoing and willing to work and be persistent to gain trust etc

[jofeb04]

Thanks for that wording lizs, sounds a bit better