Cub Scout Leader/ Assistant Leader VH239

Sheringham & Beeston Regis Sea Scout Group; Sheringham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering young people through exciting and engaging activities. As a volunteer, you'll play a crucial role in delivering a balanced programme that fosters skills for life while ensuring a safe environment for children aged 8 to 10 1/2. Your passion and enthusiasm will help inspire the next generation as they work towards their Chief Scout Silver Award. With flexible volunteering options, you can contribute as much or as little as you can, making a meaningful impact in your community. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your own skills while making a difference in the lives of young people.

Qualifications

• Desire to learn and enthusiasm to work with young people.
• No specific skills required, flexible volunteering.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver activities for young people aged 8 to 10 1/2.
• Ensure safe delivery of the programme and maintain records.
• Support and promote achievement of badges and awards.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Communication

Enthusiasm for working with young people

Job description

Role
Working with the Cub section, helping the Young People aged 8 to 10 1/2 years, have fun, learn skills for life and work towards earning their Chief Scout Silver Award.

You, as part of the team, will help plan and deliver activities in a safe and secure environment, ensure personal records are kept up to date, adhere to the groups policies and procedures and undertake role specific training, as and when required, this may include a First Aid course, all of which are provided free of charge.

Expectations

• Delivery of a safe, exciting, and stimulating Balanced Programme for the Section considering the needs, interests and abilities of the young people.
• Ensure the safe delivery of the programme in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
• Ensure that every young person in the Section has the opportunity to attend at least one nights away experience each year.
• Actively support and promote the achievement of badges and awards in particular the Chief Scouts’ Award.
• Actively work with other adults in the Group to support and promote Group or multi-section activities and events.

Time commitment
Sessions run during term time, and you will have the opportunity to join the camps and activities organised (ahead of time) in the school holidays.
Flexible volunteering is all that they are about so no time is too little and don’t think you need any skills, nor do you need to commit to a weekly schedule, there is always a role for you in the Group.
All we ask for is a desire to learn and enthusiasm to work with young people. If you can only help out once a month, they can make it work.

Location
Cubs meet on Tuesdays at 6:30 to 8pm at De Morley Garth, Sheringham.

About the organisation:
The Scout Association is the UK’s biggest mixed youth organisation. They change lives by offering 6- to 25-year-olds fun and challenging activities, unique experiences, everyday adventure, and the chance to help others so that they make a positive impact in communities. Scouts helps children and young adults reach their full potential. Their members gain valuable skills for life including teamwork, time management, leadership, initiative, planning, communication, self-motivation, cultural awareness, and commitment. They help young people to get jobs, save lives and even change the world.

How to apply:If you are interested in this role and would like to apply or would like more information, contact the Volunteer Hub at Merchants’ Place –
E: [e-mail]
T: 01263 519454

Alternatively, you can complete an online registration form and your details will be sent to us directly. A link for the form can be found on our Volunteer Hub page on our website.