Volunteering with St John Ambulance strengthens communities. From youth support and education to wellbeing, events, and fundraising; your time makes a real impact.
Youth Leaders work directly with young people in St John Ambulance Badger Setts and Cadet Units. By organising a mixed weekly programme, this role will support the learning and development of young people into the next generation of health citizens. Youth Leaders also help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be, as well as supervise and support other adult volunteers in their team.
You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service.It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
We are looking for a fantastic and engaged youth leader with a real commitment to developing the youth of Dover and a passion for sharing first aid knowledge in the community. You will be responsible for coaching the cadets through their teaching program, supporting fun activities and days out that are inclusive for all. You must be a patient and caring individual who is passionate about pastoral care as well as youth education. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to develop their organisational, leadership and communication skills.
The training we will provide for you in your first six months is as follows: • Welcome programme introducing you to the charity. • Induction to youth unit, youth programmes, role, policy, and procedures with support from Unit Manager or Unit Youth Lead. • First Aid for Youth Leaders training. • Introduction to Safeguarding, Safeguarding Level 1 and Level 2 training. • Training on appropriate IT systems such as Office 365, CONNECT, MyData, DIPS • Youth Leadership training for role • Driver training (if applicable). • Demonstration Course
Pursuing the role
Closing date for these opportunities is: 31st July 2025
If you’d like to know more about volunteering or would just like to chat to someone who does, get in touch. Please contact our the hiring manager, via emailing isobel.alexander@sja.org.uk
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