Explorer Scout Section Assistant
OFFERED BY:
111th Nottingham Scout GroupLocation(s): Berridge, Sherwood
Address where volunteering takes place: Cavendish Blackwoods Scout Group 477 Hucknall Road Sherwood Nottingham NG5 1FWHow many places are on offer? 1
Purpose of Role:
The Explorer Scout Leader is the Section Leader for an Explorer Scout Unit. They are responsible for developing & providing quality Explorer Scouting & working with the District Explorer Scout Commissioner in developing &supporting Explorer Scouting.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Delivery of a safe, exciting and stimulating Balanced Programme for the Explorer Scout Section taking into account the needs, interests and abilities of the Explorer Scouts.
Ensure that every member of the Unit has the opportunity to participate in all Explorer Scout activities within the District. Ensure that those Explorer Scouts who want the opportunity to participate in the Young Leaders’ Scheme can do so. Actively work with other adults in the Group to support and promote Group or multi-section activities and events. Actively support and promote the achievement of badges and awards in particular Platinum and Diamond Chief Scout’s Awards, the Queen’s Scout Award, Explorer Belt and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme. Ensure accurate records are kept of the personal details and Scouting achievements of Explorers in the Unit in accordance with the Data Protection Act and pass these records to the County Scout Network Administrator when the Explorer Scout reaches the age of 17 or prior to moving to the Scout Network. Regularly review the operation of the Unit and contribute to the review of the District programme. Make and maintain good relationships with parents/carers of the Explorer Scouts. Work with the Group Scout Leader, the Group Executive Committee and others to support recruiting and inducting appropriate Assistant Leaders and Section Assistants
Ensure that every member of the Unit has the opportunity to participate in all Explorer Scout activities within the District. Ensure that those Explorer Scouts who want the opportunity to participate in the Young Leaders’ Scheme can do so. Actively work with other adults in the Group to support and promote Group or multi-section activities and events. Actively support and promote the achievement of badges and awards in particular Platinum and Diamond Chief Scout’s Awards, the Queen’s Scout Award, Explorer Belt and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme. Ensure accurate records are kept of the personal details and Scouting achievements of Explorers in the Unit in accordance with the Data Protection Act and pass these records to the County Scout Network Administrator when the Explorer Scout reaches the age of 17 or prior to moving to the Scout Network. Regularly review the operation of the Unit and contribute to the review of the District programme. Make and maintain good relationships with parents/carers of the Explorer Scouts. Work with the Group Scout Leader, the Group Executive Committee and others to support recruiting and inducting appropriate Assistant Leaders and Section Assistants
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
No experience necessary as training will be provided and must be available for district level training which may be over a weekend
Needs to be people friendly and good at communicating with both adults and young people.
Needs to be people friendly and good at communicating with both adults and young people.
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
Over 18
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
Yes - most activities are inside the Church Hall
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
How long to complete training and recruitment?
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes