As one of our Cadets or Badgers youth team volunteers, you'll be trained to provide our young people with both life skills and life saving skills, all while having fun! What you'll get up toYou’ll be volunteering with Badgers (aged 7-10) or Cadets (aged 11-18). You’ll help to support them to care for others, gain new experiences, and learn important life skills, including first aid.You’ll have the chance to design your own role. This could involve running fun activities, such as outdoor events, summer camps, or providing more ‘behind-the-scenes’ support.You’ll also have the chance to learn first aid. As well as the opportunity to become a Youth Leader with the support and guidance from a friendly volunteer manager.‘Volunteering’s taught me so many things that will help with my career – everything from interview skills to writing better emails! I’ve also gained communication, listening and presentation skills. Now I can stand up in front of a group and not shy away. I love empowering young people – it’s inspiring.’– Ben, Youth Leader Flexible time commitmentThis is a flexible volunteer role. Whether it's once a week or once a month, you can volunteer as much or as little as suits you and your lifestyle.This role is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitations Offenders Act and as such an Enhanced DBS check will be required.
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