About the opportunity:
Help Us Start a New Explorer Scout Unit
We’re launching a new Explorer Scout Unit for young people aged 14–18 and are seeking adult volunteers to help make it a success.
You can get involved as a Team Leader or as a Team Member. You don’t need to have been in Scouts before; you just need to be willing to support indoor and outdoor activities, encourage young people, and have a bit of fun.
We’re supported by Water Orton & Coleshill Scout Groups and the Atherstone Scout District, so you won’t be doing this alone. You’ll join a friendly, experienced network of adult volunteers across the area.
If you’re interested, let’s have a no-pressure chat. There’s no commitment just by asking for more info.
You need to:
- Be 18 or over
- Enjoy working with teenagers
- Be willing to learn new skills
- Enjoys being part of a team
What you might do as a volunteer:
- Support others to run weekly Explorer meetings
- Help plan and lead games, discussions and activities with Explorers
- Gather ideas and resources for meetings
- Encourage young people to plan their own camps and trips
- Attend occasional weekend activities or day visits
- Be the main point of contact when needed
You don’t have to do all of this every week—we work as a team and share the load.
What’s in it for you?
- Learn and build skills in teamwork, leadership and organisation
- Make a difference locally
- Have fun and meet new people
- Build experience working with young people (great if you’re thinking of teaching, youth work, coaching etc.)
Want to try it out first?
Do a 4-Week Challenge—come along and try it for a few weeks with no pressure. You’ll see what it’s like and can decide if it’s for you.
Find out more
Just ask. We’ll answer your questions and let you know what support is available.
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