About the opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fantastic Beaver Scout Colony and assist in providing a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities for young people aged 6 to 8 years.
We are looking for a Beaver Scout Team Lead or support (male or female) who will help to provide exciting indoor and some outdoor activities for girls and boys aged 6 to 8 years by following the Beaver Scout Programme, including games, skills and award work and preparing them to move on to the Cub Scout section when they reach 8 years old.
You will need to be able to
- communicate with young people of the relevant age range
- enjoy working with children
- have a good sense of humour
- have common sense, patience and understanding
- be creative and be open to learning new skills
- be a minimum of 18 years of age
- undertake a DBS disclosure prior to the commencement of this appointment.
The leader’s duties would normally be:
- supporting other adults to run the weekly programme
- gathering material to use at the meetings
- helping to plan the programme (with the Beaver Scout Leader) for the weekly meetings
- running games and handicrafts, and other activities at the weekly meetings
- attending occasional day visits to places of interest and indoor sleepovers
- acting as the person in charge
Practical Considerations
The role requires a practical person who can lead activities; you may have experience working with young people or be looking to gain experience. Scouting offers a great way to build your skills and experience while supporting your local community.
