Social Leader - Volunteer Role

BRITISH EXPLORING SOCIETY; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The British Exploring Society is seeking passionate individuals for the voluntary role of Social Leader. You will lead and inspire young people on expeditions, providing essential support and guidance, particularly to those facing challenges. This position offers an opportunity for adventure and personal development in a unique environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of working with young people in residential environments.
• Comfortable leading and inspiring young people during expeditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of 8-12 Young Explorers on expeditions.
• Provide support for pastoral care and behavioural management.

Skills

Leadership

Inspiration

Facilitating sessions

Job description

Overview

In partnership with a second, and possibly third Leader, you will lead a Fire of 8-12 Young Explorers. The Social Leader role is to ensure that all young people can develop and thrive on our expeditions. They provide additional support with pastoral care and behavioural management for young people, particularly those facing challenges. Social Leaders will have demonstrable experience of working with young people in residential environments.

We are looking for applicants who are:

• Able and passionate about leading, inspiring, and facilitating sessions with young people.
• Comfortable spending extended periods in remote and sometimes harsh environments.
• Able to commit to all pre-expedition training events.

As a charity, all Leader positions are undertaken on a voluntary basis, and Leaders join for the intrinsic value of adventure, education, and personal development of young people.