In these challenging times our young people need Scouting more than ever and to enable this we rely on some amazing volunteers and seeks eager and willing adults to join our team. We are excited to ...
Squirrel Team Member
Practical details
Volunteering • Long term role
Contact person
Charlie Slight
Provided
Requirements
#117256
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A Squirrel Team Member runs fun, safe sessions for 4–6 year olds, helping them learn, play, and build confidence.
Section Team Squirrels 4-6 year olds
Purpose
The Section Team plans, delivers, and runs quality programmes safely. They make sure all young people can take part in the programme and gain skills for life. They also help young people work towards their Top Awards.
With a brilliant programme, each young person can make a positive impact in society as they step up, speak up, and find their place in the world.
Who's in the team
Section Team Leaders
Section Team Members
Young Leaders
Tasks for the whole team
Create a safe environment:
Create a safe environment for young people by sharing the Yellow Card with parents and carers, the Orange Card with Young Leaders, and display posters in your meeting place.
Check the programme can run safely.
Make sure adult:child ratios are always maintained and there’s a leader in charge for each session.
Brief helpers on the practical aspects of safety and safeguarding. This includes giving them a copy of the Yellow Card and confirming they’ve read and understood it. Make sure helpers know who to speak to if they have any concerns.
Create and review risk assessments.
Check there are first aid kits or supplies for all activities.
Review safety incidents and report them in the right way.
Report any safeguarding concerns directly to the UKHQ Safeguarding Team.
Plan and deliver a great programme:
Work with young people to plan and deliver a great programme, including nights away and adventurous activities, to help them achieve their Top Awards.
Find ways to continue to improve the programme.
Make good use of stakeholders in their community, including other Scout volunteers.
Make sure there’s a great culture for everyone:
Help young people and volunteers feel welcome and included, and make changes (when necessary) so the environment and activities are inclusive and accessible for everyone.
Create leadership opportunities for Young Leaders.
Mentor volunteers in the team and help them develop, including Young Leaders.
Check volunteers behave positively and in line with Our Volunteering Culture.
Related to
About Hertfordshire Scouts
In these challenging times our young people need Scouting more than ever and to enable this we rely on some amazing volunteers and seeks eager and willing adults to join our team. We are excited to offer some great opportunities to those who are willing to put their own skills to use and learn new ones and work with some fantastic young people and the adults that support them. All roles offer the opportunity to work together supporting and contributing to an amazing life experience for you and your local community.
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